How many syllables in “antiauthority”?
syllables in "antiauthority"
Word details
Syllables
5
an · tiaut · ho · ri · ty
Letters
13
a · n · t · i · a · u · t · h · o · r · i · t · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “antiauthority”
The word “antiauthority” contains 5 syllables, divided as an · tiaut · ho · ri · ty. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "antiauthority" have?
"antiauthority" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "antiauthority" into syllables?
"antiauthority" is divided into syllables as: an · tiaut · ho · ri · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "antiauthority"?
The Scrabble score for "antiauthority" is 19 points.
Using “antiauthority” in writing
"antiauthority" (an · tiaut · ho · ri · ty) 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, “antiauthority” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.