How many syllables in “aphrodisiacal”?
syllables in "aphrodisiacal"
Word details
Syllables
5
ap · hro · di · sia · cal
Letters
13
a · p · h · r · o · d · i · s · i · a · c · a · l
Scrabble
21
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About the word “aphrodisiacal”
The word “aphrodisiacal” contains 5 syllables, divided as ap · hro · di · sia · cal. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "aphrodisiacal" have?
"aphrodisiacal" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "aphrodisiacal" into syllables?
"aphrodisiacal" is divided into syllables as: ap · hro · di · sia · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "aphrodisiacal"?
The Scrabble score for "aphrodisiacal" is 21 points.
Using “aphrodisiacal” in writing
"aphrodisiacal" (ap · hro · di · sia · cal) 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, “aphrodisiacal” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.