How many syllables in “anthropophagous”?
syllables in "anthropophagous"
Word details
Syllables
5
an · thro · pop · ha · gous
Letters
15
a · n · t · h · r · o · p · o · p · h · a · g · o · u · s
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “anthropophagous”
The word “anthropophagous” contains 5 syllables, divided as an · thro · pop · ha · gous. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "anthropophagous" have?
"anthropophagous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "anthropophagous" into syllables?
"anthropophagous" is divided into syllables as: an · thro · pop · ha · gous.
What is the Scrabble score for "anthropophagous"?
The Scrabble score for "anthropophagous" is 26 points.
Using “anthropophagous” in writing
"anthropophagous" (an · thro · pop · ha · gous) 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, “anthropophagous” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.