How many syllables in “anaphrodisiac”?
syllables in "anaphrodisiac"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · nap · hro · di · siac
Letters
13
a · n · a · p · h · r · o · d · i · s · i · a · c
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “anaphrodisiac”
The word “anaphrodisiac” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · nap · hro · di · siac. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "anaphrodisiac" have?
"anaphrodisiac" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "anaphrodisiac" into syllables?
"anaphrodisiac" is divided into syllables as: a · nap · hro · di · siac.
What is the Scrabble score for "anaphrodisiac"?
The Scrabble score for "anaphrodisiac" is 21 points.
Using “anaphrodisiac” in writing
"anaphrodisiac" (a · nap · hro · di · siac) 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, “anaphrodisiac” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.