How many syllables in “automobiling”?
syllables in "automobiling"
Word details
Syllables
5
au · to · mo · bi · ling
Letters
12
a · u · t · o · m · o · b · i · l · i · n · g
Scrabble
17
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About the word “automobiling”
The word “automobiling” contains 5 syllables, divided as au · to · mo · bi · ling. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "automobiling" have?
"automobiling" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "automobiling" into syllables?
"automobiling" is divided into syllables as: au · to · mo · bi · ling.
What is the Scrabble score for "automobiling"?
The Scrabble score for "automobiling" is 17 points.
Using “automobiling” in writing
"automobiling" (au · to · mo · bi · ling) 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, “automobiling” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.