How many syllables in “anticonvulsant”?
syllables in "anticonvulsant"
Word details
Syllables
5
an · ti · con · vul · sant
Letters
14
a · n · t · i · c · o · n · v · u · l · s · a · n · t
Scrabble
19
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About the word “anticonvulsant”
The word “anticonvulsant” contains 5 syllables, divided as an · ti · con · vul · sant. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "anticonvulsant" have?
"anticonvulsant" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "anticonvulsant" into syllables?
"anticonvulsant" is divided into syllables as: an · ti · con · vul · sant.
What is the Scrabble score for "anticonvulsant"?
The Scrabble score for "anticonvulsant" is 19 points.
Using “anticonvulsant” in writing
"anticonvulsant" (an · ti · con · vul · sant) 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, “anticonvulsant” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.