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How many syllables in “transhumance”?

3

syllables in "transhumance"

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Word details

Syllables

3

tran · shum · ance

Letters

12

t · r · a · n · s · h · u · m · a · n · c · e

Scrabble

19

points

Scrabble letter values

t1
r1
a1
n1
s1
h4
u1
m3
a1
n1
c3
e1

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About the word “transhumance

The word transhumance contains 3 syllables, divided as tran · shum · ance. It has 12 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "transhumance" have?

"transhumance" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "transhumance" into syllables?

"transhumance" is divided into syllables as: tran · shum · ance.

What is the Scrabble score for "transhumance"?

The Scrabble score for "transhumance" is 19 points.

Using “transhumance” in writing

Three-syllable words like "transhumance" (tran · shum · ance) 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, transhumance 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.

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