How many syllables in “contractility”?
syllables in "contractility"
Word details
Syllables
5
con · trac · ti · li · ty
Letters
13
c · o · n · t · r · a · c · t · i · l · i · t · y
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “contractility”
The word “contractility” contains 5 syllables, divided as con · trac · ti · li · ty. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "contractility" have?
"contractility" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "contractility" into syllables?
"contractility" is divided into syllables as: con · trac · ti · li · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "contractility"?
The Scrabble score for "contractility" is 20 points.
Using “contractility” in writing
"contractility" (con · trac · ti · li · ty) 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, “contractility” 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.