How many syllables in “antipyretic”?
syllables in "antipyretic"
Word details
Syllables
5
an · ti · py · re · tic
Letters
11
a · n · t · i · p · y · r · e · t · i · c
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “antipyretic”
The word “antipyretic” contains 5 syllables, divided as an · ti · py · re · tic. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "antipyretic" have?
"antipyretic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "antipyretic" into syllables?
"antipyretic" is divided into syllables as: an · ti · py · re · tic.
What is the Scrabble score for "antipyretic"?
The Scrabble score for "antipyretic" is 18 points.
Using “antipyretic” in writing
"antipyretic" (an · ti · py · re · tic) 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, “antipyretic” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “antipyretic”
The letters in “antipyretic” can be rearranged to spell one other word: pertinacity.