How many syllables in “circulatory”?
syllables in "circulatory"
Word details
Syllables
5
cir · cu · la · to · ry
Letters
11
c · i · r · c · u · l · a · t · o · r · y
Scrabble
18
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About the word “circulatory”
The word “circulatory” contains 5 syllables, divided as cir · cu · la · to · ry. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "circulatory" have?
"circulatory" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "circulatory" into syllables?
"circulatory" is divided into syllables as: cir · cu · la · to · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "circulatory"?
The Scrabble score for "circulatory" is 18 points.
Using “circulatory” in writing
"circulatory" (cir · cu · 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, “circulatory” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.