How many syllables in “parasitical”?
syllables in "parasitical"
Word details
Syllables
5
pa · ra · si · ti · cal
Letters
11
p · a · r · a · s · i · t · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
15
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About the word “parasitical”
The word “parasitical” contains 5 syllables, divided as pa · ra · si · ti · cal. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "parasitical" have?
"parasitical" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "parasitical" into syllables?
"parasitical" is divided into syllables as: pa · ra · si · ti · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "parasitical"?
The Scrabble score for "parasitical" is 15 points.
Using “parasitical” in writing
"parasitical" (pa · ra · si · ti · cal) 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, “parasitical” 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.