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How many syllables in “calumniate”?

3

syllables in "calumniate"

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Word details

Syllables

3

calu · mnia · te

Letters

10

c · a · l · u · m · n · i · a · t · e

Scrabble

14

points

Scrabble letter values

c3
a1
l1
u1
m3
n1
i1
a1
t1
e1

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About the word “calumniate

The word calumniate contains 3 syllables, divided as calu · mnia · te. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "calumniate" have?

"calumniate" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "calumniate" into syllables?

"calumniate" is divided into syllables as: calu · mnia · te.

What is the Scrabble score for "calumniate"?

The Scrabble score for "calumniate" is 14 points.

Using “calumniate” in writing

Three-syllable words like "calumniate" (calu · mnia · 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, calumniate is worth 14 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.

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