How many syllables in “anticoagulant”?
syllables in "anticoagulant"
Word details
Syllables
5
an · ti · coa · gu · lant
Letters
13
a · n · t · i · c · o · a · g · u · l · a · n · t
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “anticoagulant”
The word “anticoagulant” contains 5 syllables, divided as an · ti · coa · gu · lant. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "anticoagulant" have?
"anticoagulant" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "anticoagulant" into syllables?
"anticoagulant" is divided into syllables as: an · ti · coa · gu · lant.
What is the Scrabble score for "anticoagulant"?
The Scrabble score for "anticoagulant" is 16 points.
Using “anticoagulant” in writing
"anticoagulant" (an · ti · coa · gu · lant) 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, “anticoagulant” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.