How many syllables in “aposiopetic”?
syllables in "aposiopetic"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · po · sio · pe · tic
Letters
11
a · p · o · s · i · o · p · e · t · i · c
Scrabble
17
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About the word “aposiopetic”
The word “aposiopetic” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · po · sio · pe · tic. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "aposiopetic" have?
"aposiopetic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "aposiopetic" into syllables?
"aposiopetic" is divided into syllables as: a · po · sio · pe · tic.
What is the Scrabble score for "aposiopetic"?
The Scrabble score for "aposiopetic" is 17 points.
Using “aposiopetic” in writing
"aposiopetic" (a · po · sio · pe · 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, “aposiopetic” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.