How many syllables in “yokemate”?
syllables in "yokemate"
Word details
Syllables
3
yok · ema · te
Letters
8
y · o · k · e · m · a · t · e
Scrabble
17
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About the word “yokemate”
The word “yokemate” contains 3 syllables, divided as yok · ema · te. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "yokemate" have?
"yokemate" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "yokemate" into syllables?
"yokemate" is divided into syllables as: yok · ema · te.
What is the Scrabble score for "yokemate"?
The Scrabble score for "yokemate" is 17 points.
Using “yokemate” in writing
Three-syllable words like "yokemate" (yok · ema · 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, “yokemate” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.