How many syllables in “anticipations”?
syllables in "anticipations"
Word details
Syllables
5
anti · cipa · tion · s
Letters
13
a · n · t · i · c · i · p · a · t · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “anticipations”
The word “anticipations” contains 5 syllables, divided as anti · cipa · tion · s. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "anticipations" have?
"anticipations" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "anticipations" into syllables?
"anticipations" is divided into syllables as: anti · cipa · tion · s.
What is the Scrabble score for "anticipations"?
The Scrabble score for "anticipations" is 17 points.
Using “anticipations” in writing
"anticipations" (anti · cipa · tion · s) 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, “anticipations” 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.