How many syllables in “tessellate”?
syllables in "tessellate"
Word details
Syllables
3
tess · ella · te
Letters
10
t · e · s · s · e · l · l · a · t · e
Scrabble
10
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “tessellate”
The word “tessellate” contains 3 syllables, divided as tess · ella · te. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tessellate" have?
"tessellate" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "tessellate" into syllables?
"tessellate" is divided into syllables as: tess · ella · te.
What is the Scrabble score for "tessellate"?
The Scrabble score for "tessellate" is 10 points.
Using “tessellate” in writing
Three-syllable words like "tessellate" (tess · ella · te) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “tessellate” is worth 10 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.