How many syllables in “antimicrobial”?
syllables in "antimicrobial"
Word details
Syllables
5
an · ti · mi · cro · bial
Letters
13
a · n · t · i · m · i · c · r · o · b · i · a · l
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “antimicrobial”
The word “antimicrobial” contains 5 syllables, divided as an · ti · mi · cro · bial. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "antimicrobial" have?
"antimicrobial" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "antimicrobial" into syllables?
"antimicrobial" is divided into syllables as: an · ti · mi · cro · bial.
What is the Scrabble score for "antimicrobial"?
The Scrabble score for "antimicrobial" is 19 points.
Using “antimicrobial” in writing
"antimicrobial" (an · ti · mi · cro · bial) 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, “antimicrobial” 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.