How many syllables in “antiburglary”?
syllables in "antiburglary"
Word details
Syllables
5
an · ti · bur · gla · ry
Letters
12
a · n · t · i · b · u · r · g · l · a · r · y
Scrabble
18
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About the word “antiburglary”
The word “antiburglary” contains 5 syllables, divided as an · ti · bur · gla · ry. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "antiburglary" have?
"antiburglary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "antiburglary" into syllables?
"antiburglary" is divided into syllables as: an · ti · bur · gla · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "antiburglary"?
The Scrabble score for "antiburglary" is 18 points.
Using “antiburglary” in writing
"antiburglary" (an · ti · bur · gla · ry) 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, “antiburglary” 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.