How many syllables in “auscultate”?
syllables in "auscultate"
Word details
Syllables
3
ausc · ulta · te
Letters
10
a · u · s · c · u · l · t · a · t · e
Scrabble
12
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About the word “auscultate”
The word “auscultate” contains 3 syllables, divided as ausc · ulta · te. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "auscultate" have?
"auscultate" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "auscultate" into syllables?
"auscultate" is divided into syllables as: ausc · ulta · te.
What is the Scrabble score for "auscultate"?
The Scrabble score for "auscultate" is 12 points.
Using “auscultate” in writing
Three-syllable words like "auscultate" (ausc · ulta · te) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “auscultate” is worth 12 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.