How many syllables in “uptake”?
syllables in "uptake"
Word details
Syllables
2
upt · ake
Letters
6
u · p · t · a · k · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “uptake”
The word “uptake” contains 2 syllables, divided as upt · ake. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "uptake" have?
"uptake" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "uptake" into syllables?
"uptake" is divided into syllables as: upt · ake.
What is the Scrabble score for "uptake"?
The Scrabble score for "uptake" is 12 points.
Using “uptake” in writing
Two-syllable words like "uptake" (upt · ake) 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, “uptake” is worth 12 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.
Anagrams of “uptake”
The letters in “uptake” can be rearranged to spell one other word: takeup.