How many syllables in “circumvallation”?
syllables in "circumvallation"
Word details
Syllables
5
circ · umva · llat · ion
Letters
15
c · i · r · c · u · m · v · a · l · l · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “circumvallation”
The word “circumvallation” contains 5 syllables, divided as circ · umva · llat · ion. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "circumvallation" have?
"circumvallation" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "circumvallation" into syllables?
"circumvallation" is divided into syllables as: circ · umva · llat · ion.
What is the Scrabble score for "circumvallation"?
The Scrabble score for "circumvallation" is 24 points.
Using “circumvallation” in writing
"circumvallation" (circ · umva · llat · ion) 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, “circumvallation” 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.