How many syllables in “parasiticide”?
syllables in "parasiticide"
Word details
Syllables
5
par · asi · tic · ide
Letters
12
p · a · r · a · s · i · t · i · c · i · d · e
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “parasiticide”
The word “parasiticide” contains 5 syllables, divided as par · asi · tic · ide. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "parasiticide" have?
"parasiticide" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "parasiticide" into syllables?
"parasiticide" is divided into syllables as: par · asi · tic · ide.
What is the Scrabble score for "parasiticide"?
The Scrabble score for "parasiticide" is 17 points.
Using “parasiticide” in writing
"parasiticide" (par · asi · tic · ide) 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, “parasiticide” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.