How many syllables in “antiperiodic”?
syllables in "antiperiodic"
Word details
Syllables
5
an · ti · pe · rio · dic
Letters
12
a · n · t · i · p · e · r · i · o · d · i · c
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “antiperiodic”
The word “antiperiodic” contains 5 syllables, divided as an · ti · pe · rio · dic. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "antiperiodic" have?
"antiperiodic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "antiperiodic" into syllables?
"antiperiodic" is divided into syllables as: an · ti · pe · rio · dic.
What is the Scrabble score for "antiperiodic"?
The Scrabble score for "antiperiodic" is 17 points.
Using “antiperiodic” in writing
"antiperiodic" (an · ti · pe · rio · dic) 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, “antiperiodic” 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.