How many syllables in “antipoverty”?
syllables in "antipoverty"
Word details
Syllables
5
an · ti · po · ver · ty
Letters
11
a · n · t · i · p · o · v · e · r · t · y
Scrabble
19
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About the word “antipoverty”
The word “antipoverty” contains 5 syllables, divided as an · ti · po · ver · ty. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "antipoverty" have?
"antipoverty" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "antipoverty" into syllables?
"antipoverty" is divided into syllables as: an · ti · po · ver · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "antipoverty"?
The Scrabble score for "antipoverty" is 19 points.
Using “antipoverty” in writing
"antipoverty" (an · ti · po · ver · ty) 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, “antipoverty” 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.