How many syllables in “archaeological”?
syllables in "archaeological"
Word details
Syllables
5
ar · chaeo · lo · gi · cal
Letters
14
a · r · c · h · a · e · o · l · o · g · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
22
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About the word “archaeological”
The word “archaeological” contains 5 syllables, divided as ar · chaeo · lo · gi · cal. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "archaeological" have?
"archaeological" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "archaeological" into syllables?
"archaeological" is divided into syllables as: ar · chaeo · lo · gi · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "archaeological"?
The Scrabble score for "archaeological" is 22 points.
Using “archaeological” in writing
"archaeological" (ar · chaeo · lo · gi · cal) 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, “archaeological” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.