How many syllables in “perambulating”?
syllables in "perambulating"
Word details
Syllables
5
pe · ram · bu · la · ting
Letters
13
p · e · r · a · m · b · u · l · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
20
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About the word “perambulating”
The word “perambulating” contains 5 syllables, divided as pe · ram · bu · la · ting. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "perambulating" have?
"perambulating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "perambulating" into syllables?
"perambulating" is divided into syllables as: pe · ram · bu · la · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "perambulating"?
The Scrabble score for "perambulating" is 20 points.
Using “perambulating” in writing
"perambulating" (pe · ram · bu · la · ting) 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, “perambulating” 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.