How many syllables in “vasoconstrictor”?
syllables in "vasoconstrictor"
Word details
Syllables
5
va · so · con · stric · tor
Letters
15
v · a · s · o · c · o · n · s · t · r · i · c · t · o · r
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “vasoconstrictor”
The word “vasoconstrictor” contains 5 syllables, divided as va · so · con · stric · tor. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "vasoconstrictor" have?
"vasoconstrictor" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "vasoconstrictor" into syllables?
"vasoconstrictor" is divided into syllables as: va · so · con · stric · tor.
What is the Scrabble score for "vasoconstrictor"?
The Scrabble score for "vasoconstrictor" is 22 points.
Using “vasoconstrictor” in writing
"vasoconstrictor" (va · so · con · stric · tor) 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, “vasoconstrictor” 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.