How many syllables in “ambassadorial”?
syllables in "ambassadorial"
Word details
Syllables
5
am · bas · sa · do · rial
Letters
13
a · m · b · a · s · s · a · d · o · r · i · a · l
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “ambassadorial”
The word “ambassadorial” contains 5 syllables, divided as am · bas · sa · do · rial. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ambassadorial" have?
"ambassadorial" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ambassadorial" into syllables?
"ambassadorial" is divided into syllables as: am · bas · sa · do · rial.
What is the Scrabble score for "ambassadorial"?
The Scrabble score for "ambassadorial" is 18 points.
Using “ambassadorial” in writing
"ambassadorial" (am · bas · sa · do · rial) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “ambassadorial” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.