grates

How to Split "grates" into Syllables

The word grates is divided into 2 syllables: gra·tes. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• gra — 1st syllable
• tes — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of grates:

• IPA: /ɡɹeɪts/

📖 Definitions

1. third-person singular simple present indicative of grate
2. 'Gaters, Gaters, Greats, Stager, Strega, gaster, greats, ragest, retags, stager, targes

📚 Word Origin & History

From the plural of Old Latin *grātis, from Proto-Italic *gʷrātis, from Proto-Indo-European *gʷérHtis, from the root *gʷerH- (“to welcome, greet, praise”) +‎ *-tis (deverbal abstract noun–forming suffix). Cognates include Oscan 𐌁𐌓𐌀𐌕𐌄𐌝𐌔 (brateís), Paelignian brat, brais, Vestinian brat, Old Church Slavonic жрьти (žrĭti, “to offer, sacrifice”) and Sanskrit गूर्ति (gūrtí, “approval, praise, welcoming; benediction”). Compare grātia.

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

Understanding how to break down grates into syllables helps with:

• Correct pronunciation — Knowing syllable structure ensures accurate speech
• Improved spelling — Breaking words into chunks makes them easier to remember and write
• Reading fluency — Recognizing syllable patterns speeds up reading comprehension
• Poetry and lyrics — Syllable counting is essential for meter and rhythm
• Language learning — Non-native speakers benefit from syllable awareness

📊 Similar Words Comparison

Compare grates with related words to understand syllable patterns:

Word	Syllables	Division
grates	2	gra·tes
grotesque	3	gro-tes-que
gratuitous	3	gra-tuit-ous
girt's	1	girt's
gratis	2	gra-tis

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to grates:

grab, grad, gram, gran, gray, Grace, grade, Grady.