How many syllables in “aposiopesis”?
syllables in "aposiopesis"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · po · sio · pe · sis
Letters
11
a · p · o · s · i · o · p · e · s · i · s
Scrabble
15
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About the word “aposiopesis”
The word “aposiopesis” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · po · sio · pe · sis. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "aposiopesis" have?
"aposiopesis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "aposiopesis" into syllables?
"aposiopesis" is divided into syllables as: a · po · sio · pe · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "aposiopesis"?
The Scrabble score for "aposiopesis" is 15 points.
Using “aposiopesis” in writing
"aposiopesis" (a · po · sio · pe · 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, “aposiopesis” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.