How many syllables in “circumferences”?
syllables in "circumferences"
Word details
Syllables
5
cir · cum · fe · ren · ces
Letters
14
c · i · r · c · u · m · f · e · r · e · n · c · e · s
Scrabble
25
points
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About the word “circumferences”
The word “circumferences” contains 5 syllables, divided as cir · cum · fe · ren · ces. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "circumferences" have?
"circumferences" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "circumferences" into syllables?
"circumferences" is divided into syllables as: cir · cum · fe · ren · ces.
What is the Scrabble score for "circumferences"?
The Scrabble score for "circumferences" is 25 points.
Using “circumferences” in writing
"circumferences" (cir · cum · fe · ren · ces) 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, “circumferences” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.