How many syllables in “circumcised”?
syllables in "circumcised"
Word details
Syllables
3
circ · umci · sed
Letters
11
c · i · r · c · u · m · c · i · s · e · d
Scrabble
20
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “circumcised”
The word “circumcised” contains 3 syllables, divided as circ · umci · sed. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "circumcised" have?
"circumcised" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "circumcised" into syllables?
"circumcised" is divided into syllables as: circ · umci · sed.
What is the Scrabble score for "circumcised"?
The Scrabble score for "circumcised" is 20 points.
Using “circumcised” in writing
Three-syllable words like "circumcised" (circ · umci · sed) 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, “circumcised” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.