How many syllables in “ternate”?
syllables in "ternate"
Word details
Syllables
2
tern · ate
Letters
7
t · e · r · n · a · t · e
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “ternate”
The word “ternate” contains 2 syllables, divided as tern · ate. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ternate" have?
"ternate" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ternate" into syllables?
"ternate" is divided into syllables as: tern · ate.
What is the Scrabble score for "ternate"?
The Scrabble score for "ternate" is 7 points.
Using “ternate” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ternate" (tern · ate) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “ternate” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “ternate”
The letters in “ternate” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: entreat, ratteen.