How many syllables in “autobiography”?
syllables in "autobiography"
Word details
Syllables
5
au · to · bio · grap · hy
Letters
13
a · u · t · o · b · i · o · g · r · a · p · h · y
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “autobiography”
The word “autobiography” contains 5 syllables, divided as au · to · bio · grap · hy. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "autobiography" have?
"autobiography" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "autobiography" into syllables?
"autobiography" is divided into syllables as: au · to · bio · grap · hy.
What is the Scrabble score for "autobiography"?
The Scrabble score for "autobiography" is 24 points.
Using “autobiography” in writing
"autobiography" (au · to · bio · grap · hy) 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, “autobiography” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.