How many syllables in “amoxicillin”?
syllables in "amoxicillin"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · mo · xi · cil · lin
Letters
11
a · m · o · x · i · c · i · l · l · i · n
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “amoxicillin”
The word “amoxicillin” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · mo · xi · cil · lin. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "amoxicillin" have?
"amoxicillin" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "amoxicillin" into syllables?
"amoxicillin" is divided into syllables as: a · mo · xi · cil · lin.
What is the Scrabble score for "amoxicillin"?
The Scrabble score for "amoxicillin" is 22 points.
Using “amoxicillin” in writing
"amoxicillin" (a · mo · xi · cil · lin) 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, “amoxicillin” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.