How many syllables in “ambulatory”?
syllables in "ambulatory"
Word details
Syllables
5
am · bu · la · to · ry
Letters
10
a · m · b · u · l · a · t · o · r · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “ambulatory”
The word “ambulatory” contains 5 syllables, divided as am · bu · la · to · ry. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ambulatory" have?
"ambulatory" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ambulatory" into syllables?
"ambulatory" is divided into syllables as: am · bu · la · to · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "ambulatory"?
The Scrabble score for "ambulatory" is 17 points.
Using “ambulatory” in writing
"ambulatory" (am · bu · la · to · ry) 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, “ambulatory” 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.