How many syllables in “anthropophagy”?
syllables in "anthropophagy"
Word details
Syllables
5
an · thro · pop · ha · gy
Letters
13
a · n · t · h · r · o · p · o · p · h · a · g · y
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “anthropophagy”
The word “anthropophagy” contains 5 syllables, divided as an · thro · pop · ha · gy. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "anthropophagy" have?
"anthropophagy" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "anthropophagy" into syllables?
"anthropophagy" is divided into syllables as: an · thro · pop · ha · gy.
What is the Scrabble score for "anthropophagy"?
The Scrabble score for "anthropophagy" is 27 points.
Using “anthropophagy” in writing
"anthropophagy" (an · thro · pop · ha · gy) 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, “anthropophagy” is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.