How many syllables in “antidepressants”?
syllables in "antidepressants"
Word details
Syllables
5
an · ti · de · pres · sants
Letters
15
a · n · t · i · d · e · p · r · e · s · s · a · n · t · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “antidepressants”
The word “antidepressants” contains 5 syllables, divided as an · ti · de · pres · sants. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "antidepressants" have?
"antidepressants" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "antidepressants" into syllables?
"antidepressants" is divided into syllables as: an · ti · de · pres · sants.
What is the Scrabble score for "antidepressants"?
The Scrabble score for "antidepressants" is 18 points.
Using “antidepressants” in writing
"antidepressants" (an · ti · de · pres · 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, “antidepressants” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.