How many syllables in “somnambulates”?
syllables in "somnambulates"
Word details
Syllables
5
som · nam · bu · la · tes
Letters
13
s · o · m · n · a · m · b · u · l · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “somnambulates”
The word “somnambulates” contains 5 syllables, divided as som · nam · bu · la · tes. It has 13 letters.
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How many syllables does "somnambulates" have?
"somnambulates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "somnambulates" into syllables?
"somnambulates" is divided into syllables as: som · nam · bu · la · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "somnambulates"?
The Scrabble score for "somnambulates" is 19 points.
Using “somnambulates” in writing
"somnambulates" (som · nam · bu · la · tes) 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, “somnambulates” 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.