How many syllables in “ambivalences”?
syllables in "ambivalences"
Word details
Syllables
5
am · bi · va · len · ces
Letters
12
a · m · b · i · v · a · l · e · n · c · e · s
Scrabble
21
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “ambivalences”
The word “ambivalences” contains 5 syllables, divided as am · bi · va · len · ces. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ambivalences" have?
"ambivalences" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ambivalences" into syllables?
"ambivalences" is divided into syllables as: am · bi · va · len · ces.
What is the Scrabble score for "ambivalences"?
The Scrabble score for "ambivalences" is 21 points.
Using “ambivalences” in writing
"ambivalences" (am · bi · va · len · ces) 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, “ambivalences” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.