How many syllables in “intussusceptive”?
syllables in "intussusceptive"
Word details
Syllables
5
int · uss · usc · ept · ive
Letters
15
i · n · t · u · s · s · u · s · c · e · p · t · i · v · e
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “intussusceptive”
The word “intussusceptive” contains 5 syllables, divided as int · uss · usc · ept · ive. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "intussusceptive" have?
"intussusceptive" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "intussusceptive" into syllables?
"intussusceptive" is divided into syllables as: int · uss · usc · ept · ive.
What is the Scrabble score for "intussusceptive"?
The Scrabble score for "intussusceptive" is 22 points.
Using “intussusceptive” in writing
"intussusceptive" (int · uss · usc · ept · ive) 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, “intussusceptive” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.