How many syllables in “anticlimaxes”?
syllables in "anticlimaxes"
Word details
Syllables
4
ant · icl · ima · xes
Letters
12
a · n · t · i · c · l · i · m · a · x · e · s
Scrabble
23
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About the word “anticlimaxes”
The word “anticlimaxes” contains 4 syllables, divided as ant · icl · ima · xes. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "anticlimaxes" have?
"anticlimaxes" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "anticlimaxes" into syllables?
"anticlimaxes" is divided into syllables as: ant · icl · ima · xes.
What is the Scrabble score for "anticlimaxes"?
The Scrabble score for "anticlimaxes" is 23 points.
Using “anticlimaxes” in writing
Four-syllable words like "anticlimaxes" (ant · icl · ima · xes) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “anticlimaxes” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.