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How many syllables in “antiparasitic”?

6

syllables in "antiparasitic"

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Word details

Syllables

6

an · ti · pa · ra · si · tic

Letters

13

a · n · t · i · p · a · r · a · s · i · t · i · c

Scrabble

17

points

Scrabble letter values

a1
n1
t1
i1
p3
a1
r1
a1
s1
i1
t1
i1
c3

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About the word “antiparasitic

The word antiparasitic contains 6 syllables, divided as an · ti · pa · ra · si · tic. It has 13 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "antiparasitic" have?

"antiparasitic" has 6 syllables.

How do you divide "antiparasitic" into syllables?

"antiparasitic" is divided into syllables as: an · ti · pa · ra · si · tic.

What is the Scrabble score for "antiparasitic"?

The Scrabble score for "antiparasitic" is 17 points.

Using “antiparasitic” in writing

With 6 syllables, "antiparasitic" (an · ti · pa · ra · si · tic) is a long, complex word that adds sophistication and weight to writing. In strict poetic forms like iambic pentameter (10 syllables per line), a word this long dominates the line. In prose, it signals formality or technical precision.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, antiparasitic is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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