How many syllables in “contrapositions”?
syllables in "contrapositions"
Word details
Syllables
5
cont · rapo · siti · ons
Letters
15
c · o · n · t · r · a · p · o · s · i · t · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “contrapositions”
The word “contrapositions” contains 5 syllables, divided as cont · rapo · siti · ons. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "contrapositions" have?
"contrapositions" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "contrapositions" into syllables?
"contrapositions" is divided into syllables as: cont · rapo · siti · ons.
What is the Scrabble score for "contrapositions"?
The Scrabble score for "contrapositions" is 19 points.
Using “contrapositions” in writing
"contrapositions" (cont · rapo · siti · ons) 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, “contrapositions” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.