How many syllables in “sympatholytic”?
syllables in "sympatholytic"
Word details
Syllables
5
sym · pat · ho · ly · tic
Letters
13
s · y · m · p · a · t · h · o · l · y · t · i · c
Scrabble
28
points
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About the word “sympatholytic”
The word “sympatholytic” contains 5 syllables, divided as sym · pat · ho · ly · tic. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sympatholytic" have?
"sympatholytic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "sympatholytic" into syllables?
"sympatholytic" is divided into syllables as: sym · pat · ho · ly · tic.
What is the Scrabble score for "sympatholytic"?
The Scrabble score for "sympatholytic" is 28 points.
Using “sympatholytic” in writing
"sympatholytic" (sym · pat · ho · ly · tic) 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, “sympatholytic” is worth 28 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.