How many syllables in “parasynthesis”?
syllables in "parasynthesis"
Word details
Syllables
5
pa · ra · syn · the · sis
Letters
13
p · a · r · a · s · y · n · t · h · e · s · i · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “parasynthesis”
The word “parasynthesis” contains 5 syllables, divided as pa · ra · syn · the · sis. It has 13 letters.
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How many syllables does "parasynthesis" have?
"parasynthesis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "parasynthesis" into syllables?
"parasynthesis" is divided into syllables as: pa · ra · syn · the · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "parasynthesis"?
The Scrabble score for "parasynthesis" is 21 points.
Using “parasynthesis” in writing
"parasynthesis" (pa · ra · syn · the · sis) 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, “parasynthesis” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.