Syllables    Synonyms    Quiz

paroxysmal

How many syllables in paroxysmal?

  4 syllables

Divide paroxysmal into syllables:   par-ox-ys-mal
Primary syllable stress:   par-ox-ys-mal
Secondary syllable stress:   par-ox-ys-mal
How to say paroxysmal:

Cite This Source

Bibliography Citations
MLA   |    APA   |   Chicago Manual Style
"paroxysmal." HowManySyllables.com. How Many Syllables, n.d. Web. 23 March 2026.

Learn a New Word

Wondering why paroxysmal is 4 syllables?   Contact Us!   We'll explain.

Syllable Rules

1.  What is a syllable?
2.  How to count syllables.
3.  How to divide into syllables.

More Grammar
Trending Words
Plural Quiz
Is deer plural?

Take the Quiz

Syllables    Synonyms    Quiz

Synonyms for paroxysmal


2 syllables
  • spastic
    3 syllables
      Teacher of The Month
      Win $250 for your students.
      One prize is awarded to
      one teacher, every month.
      $Read the contest rules and apply
      Fun Fact
      Cwm, crwth, & cwtch are the
      only words with no vowels!
      !See more facts
      Grammar
      Learn the rules for using
      A vs. An
      ?A vs. An Rules
      Ever Wonder
      when you should use
      To, Too, 2, and Two?
      Learn Here

      Parents, Teachers, StudentsDo you have a grammar question?
      Need help finding a syllable count?
      Want to say thank you?

      Contact Us!