How many syllables in “autonomously”?
syllables in "autonomously"
Word details
Syllables
5
au · to · no · mou · sly
Letters
12
a · u · t · o · n · o · m · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “autonomously”
The word “autonomously” contains 5 syllables, divided as au · to · no · mou · sly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "autonomously" have?
"autonomously" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "autonomously" into syllables?
"autonomously" is divided into syllables as: au · to · no · mou · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "autonomously"?
The Scrabble score for "autonomously" is 17 points.
Using “autonomously” in writing
"autonomously" (au · to · no · mou · 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, “autonomously” 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.