How many syllables in “embouchure”?
syllables in "embouchure"
Word details
Syllables
3
embo · uchu · re
Letters
10
e · m · b · o · u · c · h · u · r · e
Scrabble
19
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About the word “embouchure”
The word “embouchure” contains 3 syllables, divided as embo · uchu · re. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "embouchure" have?
"embouchure" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "embouchure" into syllables?
"embouchure" is divided into syllables as: embo · uchu · re.
What is the Scrabble score for "embouchure"?
The Scrabble score for "embouchure" is 19 points.
Using “embouchure” in writing
Three-syllable words like "embouchure" (embo · uchu · re) 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, “embouchure” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.