How many syllables in “autochthonously”?
syllables in "autochthonously"
Word details
Syllables
5
au · toc · htho · nou · sly
Letters
15
a · u · t · o · c · h · t · h · o · n · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
26
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About the word “autochthonously”
The word “autochthonously” contains 5 syllables, divided as au · toc · htho · nou · sly. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "autochthonously" have?
"autochthonously" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "autochthonously" into syllables?
"autochthonously" is divided into syllables as: au · toc · htho · nou · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "autochthonously"?
The Scrabble score for "autochthonously" is 26 points.
Using “autochthonously” in writing
"autochthonously" (au · toc · htho · nou · sly) 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, “autochthonously” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.