How many syllables in “anticonvulsive”?
syllables in "anticonvulsive"
Word details
Syllables
5
ant · ico · nvu · lsi · ve
Letters
14
a · n · t · i · c · o · n · v · u · l · s · i · v · e
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “anticonvulsive”
The word “anticonvulsive” contains 5 syllables, divided as ant · ico · nvu · lsi · ve. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "anticonvulsive" have?
"anticonvulsive" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "anticonvulsive" into syllables?
"anticonvulsive" is divided into syllables as: ant · ico · nvu · lsi · ve.
What is the Scrabble score for "anticonvulsive"?
The Scrabble score for "anticonvulsive" is 22 points.
Using “anticonvulsive” in writing
"anticonvulsive" (ant · ico · nvu · lsi · ve) 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, “anticonvulsive” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.