How many syllables in “automobile”?
syllables in "automobile"
Word details
Syllables
5
au · to · mo · bi · le
Letters
10
a · u · t · o · m · o · b · i · l · e
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “automobile”
The word “automobile” contains 5 syllables, divided as au · to · mo · bi · le. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "automobile" have?
"automobile" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "automobile" into syllables?
"automobile" is divided into syllables as: au · to · mo · bi · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "automobile"?
The Scrabble score for "automobile" is 14 points.
Using “automobile” in writing
"automobile" (au · to · mo · bi · le) 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, “automobile” is worth 14 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.