How many syllables in “automatically”?
syllables in "automatically"
Word details
Syllables
5
au · to · ma · ti · cal · ly
Letters
13
a · u · t · o · m · a · t · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “automatically”
The word “automatically” contains 5 syllables, divided as au · to · ma · ti · cal · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "automatically" have?
"automatically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "automatically" into syllables?
"automatically" is divided into syllables as: au · to · ma · ti · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "automatically"?
The Scrabble score for "automatically" is 20 points.
Using “automatically” in writing
"automatically" (au · to · ma · ti · cal · ly) 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, “automatically” 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.