How many syllables in “abortifacient”?
syllables in "abortifacient"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · bor · ti · fa · cient
Letters
13
a · b · o · r · t · i · f · a · c · i · e · n · t
Scrabble
20
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About the word “abortifacient”
The word “abortifacient” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · bor · ti · fa · cient. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "abortifacient" have?
"abortifacient" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "abortifacient" into syllables?
"abortifacient" is divided into syllables as: a · bor · ti · fa · cient.
What is the Scrabble score for "abortifacient"?
The Scrabble score for "abortifacient" is 20 points.
Using “abortifacient” in writing
"abortifacient" (a · bor · ti · fa · cient) 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, “abortifacient” 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.