How many syllables in “authoring”?
syllables in "authoring"
Word details
Syllables
3
aut · ho · ring
Letters
9
a · u · t · h · o · r · i · n · g
Scrabble
13
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “authoring”
The word “authoring” contains 3 syllables, divided as aut · ho · ring. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "authoring" have?
"authoring" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "authoring" into syllables?
"authoring" is divided into syllables as: aut · ho · ring.
What is the Scrabble score for "authoring"?
The Scrabble score for "authoring" is 13 points.
Using “authoring” in writing
Three-syllable words like "authoring" (aut · ho · ring) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “authoring” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.