How many syllables in “anticlimactic”?
syllables in "anticlimactic"
Word details
Syllables
5
an · ti · cli · mac · tic
Letters
13
a · n · t · i · c · l · i · m · a · c · t · i · c
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “anticlimactic”
The word “anticlimactic” contains 5 syllables, divided as an · ti · cli · mac · tic. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "anticlimactic" have?
"anticlimactic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "anticlimactic" into syllables?
"anticlimactic" is divided into syllables as: an · ti · cli · mac · tic.
What is the Scrabble score for "anticlimactic"?
The Scrabble score for "anticlimactic" is 21 points.
Using “anticlimactic” in writing
"anticlimactic" (an · ti · cli · mac · tic) 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, “anticlimactic” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.