How many syllables in “ambulatories”?
syllables in "ambulatories"
Word details
Syllables
5
am · bu · la · to · ries
Letters
12
a · m · b · u · l · a · t · o · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “ambulatories”
The word “ambulatories” contains 5 syllables, divided as am · bu · la · to · ries. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ambulatories" have?
"ambulatories" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ambulatories" into syllables?
"ambulatories" is divided into syllables as: am · bu · la · to · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "ambulatories"?
The Scrabble score for "ambulatories" is 16 points.
Using “ambulatories” in writing
"ambulatories" (am · bu · la · to · ries) 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, “ambulatories” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.