How many syllables in “autocephalous”?
syllables in "autocephalous"
Word details
Syllables
5
au · to · cep · ha · lous
Letters
13
a · u · t · o · c · e · p · h · a · l · o · u · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “autocephalous”
The word “autocephalous” contains 5 syllables, divided as au · to · cep · ha · lous. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "autocephalous" have?
"autocephalous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "autocephalous" into syllables?
"autocephalous" is divided into syllables as: au · to · cep · ha · lous.
What is the Scrabble score for "autocephalous"?
The Scrabble score for "autocephalous" is 20 points.
Using “autocephalous” in writing
"autocephalous" (au · to · cep · ha · lous) 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, “autocephalous” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.