How many syllables in “authentication”?
syllables in "authentication"
Word details
Syllables
5
auth · enti · cati · on
Letters
14
a · u · t · h · e · n · t · i · c · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “authentication”
The word “authentication” contains 5 syllables, divided as auth · enti · cati · on. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "authentication" have?
"authentication" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "authentication" into syllables?
"authentication" is divided into syllables as: auth · enti · cati · on.
What is the Scrabble score for "authentication"?
The Scrabble score for "authentication" is 19 points.
Using “authentication” in writing
"authentication" (auth · enti · cati · on) 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, “authentication” 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.