How many syllables in “antipyresis”?
syllables in "antipyresis"
Word details
Syllables
5
an · ti · py · re · sis
Letters
11
a · n · t · i · p · y · r · e · s · i · s
Scrabble
16
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “antipyresis”
The word “antipyresis” contains 5 syllables, divided as an · ti · py · re · sis. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "antipyresis" have?
"antipyresis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "antipyresis" into syllables?
"antipyresis" is divided into syllables as: an · ti · py · re · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "antipyresis"?
The Scrabble score for "antipyresis" is 16 points.
Using “antipyresis” in writing
"antipyresis" (an · ti · py · re · sis) 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, “antipyresis” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.