circumference
nounHow many syllables in circumference?
There are 4 syllables in the word circumference.Divide circumference into syllables:
cir · cum · fer · ence
How to pronounce circumference:
Definition of circumference:
- circumference (noun):
- the distance round this
- the perimeter of a circle
- the size of something as given by the distance around it.
Synonyms for circumference:
perimeterradiusoutlinevergeedgecircuitbordersizeextremityperipheryShow 6 more
Other 4-syllable words like circumference
Here are some other common words that have 4 syllables, like circumference does.
Syllable Quiz
How many syllables in the word chucked?
Question 1 of 5
Syllable Fun Fact
In English, certain prefixes and suffixes, when added to a base word, can change its syllable count, as with 'happy' (2 syllables) becoming 'unhappiness' (4 syllables).
You, too, can become a syllable pro and wow your friends, family, and pets!
Trending words
These words are popular right now. Visit each word to master its syllable count.