How many syllables in “apothecary”?
syllables in "apothecary"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · pot · he · ca · ry
Letters
10
a · p · o · t · h · e · c · a · r · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “apothecary”
The word “apothecary” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · pot · he · ca · ry. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "apothecary" have?
"apothecary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "apothecary" into syllables?
"apothecary" is divided into syllables as: a · pot · he · ca · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "apothecary"?
The Scrabble score for "apothecary" is 20 points.
Using “apothecary” in writing
"apothecary" (a · pot · he · ca · ry) 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, “apothecary” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.