How many syllables in “antibacterial”?
syllables in "antibacterial"
Word details
Syllables
5
an · ti · bac · te · rial
Letters
13
a · n · t · i · b · a · c · t · e · r · i · a · l
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “antibacterial”
The word “antibacterial” contains 5 syllables, divided as an · ti · bac · te · rial. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "antibacterial" have?
"antibacterial" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "antibacterial" into syllables?
"antibacterial" is divided into syllables as: an · ti · bac · te · rial.
What is the Scrabble score for "antibacterial"?
The Scrabble score for "antibacterial" is 17 points.
Using “antibacterial” in writing
"antibacterial" (an · ti · bac · te · rial) 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, “antibacterial” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.