How many syllables in “circumambulate”?
syllables in "circumambulate"
Word details
Syllables
5
cir · cum · amb · ula · te
Letters
14
c · i · r · c · u · m · a · m · b · u · l · a · t · e
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “circumambulate”
The word “circumambulate” contains 5 syllables, divided as cir · cum · amb · ula · te. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "circumambulate" have?
"circumambulate" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "circumambulate" into syllables?
"circumambulate" is divided into syllables as: cir · cum · amb · ula · te.
What is the Scrabble score for "circumambulate"?
The Scrabble score for "circumambulate" is 24 points.
Using “circumambulate” in writing
"circumambulate" (cir · cum · amb · ula · te) 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, “circumambulate” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.