How many syllables in “antimicrobials”?
syllables in "antimicrobials"
Word details
Syllables
5
an · ti · mi · cro · bials
Letters
14
a · n · t · i · m · i · c · r · o · b · i · a · l · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “antimicrobials”
The word “antimicrobials” contains 5 syllables, divided as an · ti · mi · cro · bials. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "antimicrobials" have?
"antimicrobials" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "antimicrobials" into syllables?
"antimicrobials" is divided into syllables as: an · ti · mi · cro · bials.
What is the Scrabble score for "antimicrobials"?
The Scrabble score for "antimicrobials" is 20 points.
Using “antimicrobials” in writing
"antimicrobials" (an · ti · mi · cro · bials) 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, “antimicrobials” 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.