How many syllables in “anachronously”?
syllables in "anachronously"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · nac · hro · nou · sly
Letters
13
a · n · a · c · h · r · o · n · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “anachronously”
The word “anachronously” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · nac · hro · nou · sly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "anachronously" have?
"anachronously" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "anachronously" into syllables?
"anachronously" is divided into syllables as: a · nac · hro · nou · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "anachronously"?
The Scrabble score for "anachronously" is 21 points.
Using “anachronously” in writing
"anachronously" (a · nac · hro · nou · sly) 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, “anachronously” 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.