How many syllables in “astronautical”?
syllables in "astronautical"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · stro · nau · ti · cal
Letters
13
a · s · t · r · o · n · a · u · t · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
15
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About the word “astronautical”
The word “astronautical” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · stro · nau · ti · cal. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "astronautical" have?
"astronautical" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "astronautical" into syllables?
"astronautical" is divided into syllables as: a · stro · nau · ti · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "astronautical"?
The Scrabble score for "astronautical" is 15 points.
Using “astronautical” in writing
"astronautical" (a · stro · nau · ti · cal) 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, “astronautical” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.