How many syllables in “anthropologist”?
syllables in "anthropologist"
Word details
Syllables
5
an · thro · po · lo · gist
Letters
14
a · n · t · h · r · o · p · o · l · o · g · i · s · t
Scrabble
20
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About the word “anthropologist”
The word “anthropologist” contains 5 syllables, divided as an · thro · po · lo · gist. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "anthropologist" have?
"anthropologist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "anthropologist" into syllables?
"anthropologist" is divided into syllables as: an · thro · po · lo · gist.
What is the Scrabble score for "anthropologist"?
The Scrabble score for "anthropologist" is 20 points.
Using “anthropologist” in writing
"anthropologist" (an · thro · po · lo · gist) 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, “anthropologist” 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.