How many syllables in “anachronistic”?
syllables in "anachronistic"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · nac · hro · ni · stic
Letters
13
a · n · a · c · h · r · o · n · i · s · t · i · c
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “anachronistic”
The word “anachronistic” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · nac · hro · ni · stic. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "anachronistic" have?
"anachronistic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "anachronistic" into syllables?
"anachronistic" is divided into syllables as: a · nac · hro · ni · stic.
What is the Scrabble score for "anachronistic"?
The Scrabble score for "anachronistic" is 20 points.
Using “anachronistic” in writing
"anachronistic" (a · nac · hro · ni · stic) 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, “anachronistic” 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.