How many syllables in “perambulated”?
syllables in "perambulated"
Word details
Syllables
5
pe · ram · bu · la · ted
Letters
12
p · e · r · a · m · b · u · l · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
19
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About the word “perambulated”
The word “perambulated” contains 5 syllables, divided as pe · ram · bu · la · ted. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "perambulated" have?
"perambulated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "perambulated" into syllables?
"perambulated" is divided into syllables as: pe · ram · bu · la · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "perambulated"?
The Scrabble score for "perambulated" is 19 points.
Using “perambulated” in writing
"perambulated" (pe · ram · bu · la · ted) 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, “perambulated” 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.