How many syllables in “anticonvulsants”?
syllables in "anticonvulsants"
Word details
Syllables
5
an · ti · con · vul · sants
Letters
15
a · n · t · i · c · o · n · v · u · l · s · a · n · t · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “anticonvulsants”
The word “anticonvulsants” contains 5 syllables, divided as an · ti · con · vul · sants. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "anticonvulsants" have?
"anticonvulsants" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "anticonvulsants" into syllables?
"anticonvulsants" is divided into syllables as: an · ti · con · vul · sants.
What is the Scrabble score for "anticonvulsants"?
The Scrabble score for "anticonvulsants" is 20 points.
Using “anticonvulsants” in writing
"anticonvulsants" (an · ti · con · vul · sants) 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, “anticonvulsants” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.