How many syllables in “autocrats”?
syllables in "autocrats"
Word details
Syllables
3
au · to · crats
Letters
9
a · u · t · o · c · r · a · t · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “autocrats”
The word “autocrats” contains 3 syllables, divided as au · to · crats. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "autocrats" have?
"autocrats" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "autocrats" into syllables?
"autocrats" is divided into syllables as: au · to · crats.
What is the Scrabble score for "autocrats"?
The Scrabble score for "autocrats" is 11 points.
Using “autocrats” in writing
Three-syllable words like "autocrats" (au · to · crats) 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, “autocrats” is worth 11 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.
Anagrams of “autocrats”
The letters in “autocrats” can be rearranged to spell one other word: actuators.