How many syllables in “urinates”?
syllables in "urinates"
Word details
Syllables
4
u · ri · na · tes
Letters
8
u · r · i · n · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “urinates”
The word “urinates” contains 4 syllables, divided as u · ri · na · tes. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "urinates" have?
"urinates" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "urinates" into syllables?
"urinates" is divided into syllables as: u · ri · na · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "urinates"?
The Scrabble score for "urinates" is 8 points.
Using “urinates” in writing
Four-syllable words like "urinates" (u · ri · na · tes) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “urinates” is worth 8 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 “urinates”
The letters in “urinates” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: ruinates, taurines, uranites.