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How many syllables in “anthracnose”?

3

syllables in "anthracnose"

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Word details

Syllables

3

anth · racn · ose

Letters

11

a · n · t · h · r · a · c · n · o · s · e

Scrabble

16

points

Scrabble letter values

a1
n1
t1
h4
r1
a1
c3
n1
o1
s1
e1

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About the word “anthracnose

The word anthracnose contains 3 syllables, divided as anth · racn · ose. It has 11 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "anthracnose" have?

"anthracnose" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "anthracnose" into syllables?

"anthracnose" is divided into syllables as: anth · racn · ose.

What is the Scrabble score for "anthracnose"?

The Scrabble score for "anthracnose" is 16 points.

Using “anthracnose” in writing

Three-syllable words like "anthracnose" (anth · racn · ose) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, anthracnose is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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