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How many syllables in “variates”?

3

syllables in "variates"

variates
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Word details

Syllables

3

va · ria · tes

Letters

8

v · a · r · i · a · t · e · s

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

v4
a1
r1
i1
a1
t1
e1
s1

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About the word “variates

The word variates contains 3 syllables, divided as va · ria · tes. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "variates" have?

"variates" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "variates" into syllables?

"variates" is divided into syllables as: va · ria · tes.

What is the Scrabble score for "variates"?

The Scrabble score for "variates" is 11 points.

Using “variates” in writing

Three-syllable words like "variates" (va · ria · tes) 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, variates is worth 11 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.

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