How many syllables in “contrarieties”?
syllables in "contrarieties"
Word details
Syllables
4
con · tra · rie · ties
Letters
13
c · o · n · t · r · a · r · i · e · t · i · e · s
Scrabble
15
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About the word “contrarieties”
The word “contrarieties” contains 4 syllables, divided as con · tra · rie · ties. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "contrarieties" have?
"contrarieties" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "contrarieties" into syllables?
"contrarieties" is divided into syllables as: con · tra · rie · ties.
What is the Scrabble score for "contrarieties"?
The Scrabble score for "contrarieties" is 15 points.
Using “contrarieties” in writing
Four-syllable words like "contrarieties" (con · tra · rie · ties) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “contrarieties” 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.
Anagrams of “contrarieties”
The letters in “contrarieties” can be rearranged to spell one other word: recreationist.