How many syllables in “autosomally”?
syllables in "autosomally"
Word details
Syllables
5
au · to · so · mal · ly
Letters
11
a · u · t · o · s · o · m · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “autosomally”
The word “autosomally” contains 5 syllables, divided as au · to · so · mal · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "autosomally" have?
"autosomally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "autosomally" into syllables?
"autosomally" is divided into syllables as: au · to · so · mal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "autosomally"?
The Scrabble score for "autosomally" is 16 points.
Using “autosomally” in writing
"autosomally" (au · to · so · mal · 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, “autosomally” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.