How many syllables in “anthological”?
syllables in "anthological"
Word details
Syllables
5
an · tho · lo · gi · cal
Letters
12
a · n · t · h · o · l · o · g · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
18
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About the word “anthological”
The word “anthological” contains 5 syllables, divided as an · tho · lo · gi · cal. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "anthological" have?
"anthological" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "anthological" into syllables?
"anthological" is divided into syllables as: an · tho · lo · gi · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "anthological"?
The Scrabble score for "anthological" is 18 points.
Using “anthological” in writing
"anthological" (an · tho · lo · gi · cal) 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, “anthological” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.