How many syllables in “calendula”?
syllables in "calendula"
Word details
Syllables
4
ca · len · du · la
Letters
9
c · a · l · e · n · d · u · l · a
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “calendula”
The word “calendula” contains 4 syllables, divided as ca · len · du · la. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "calendula" have?
"calendula" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "calendula" into syllables?
"calendula" is divided into syllables as: ca · len · du · la.
What is the Scrabble score for "calendula"?
The Scrabble score for "calendula" is 12 points.
Using “calendula” in writing
Four-syllable words like "calendula" (ca · len · du · la) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “calendula” 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.