How many syllables in “urbanite”?
syllables in "urbanite"
Word details
Syllables
3
urb · ani · te
Letters
8
u · r · b · a · n · i · t · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “urbanite”
The word “urbanite” contains 3 syllables, divided as urb · ani · te. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "urbanite" have?
"urbanite" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "urbanite" into syllables?
"urbanite" is divided into syllables as: urb · ani · te.
What is the Scrabble score for "urbanite"?
The Scrabble score for "urbanite" is 10 points.
Using “urbanite” in writing
Three-syllable words like "urbanite" (urb · ani · 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, “urbanite” 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.
Anagrams of “urbanite”
The letters in “urbanite” can be rearranged to spell one other word: braunite.