How many syllables in “astrobiologist”?
syllables in "astrobiologist"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · stro · bio · lo · gist
Letters
14
a · s · t · r · o · b · i · o · l · o · g · i · s · t
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “astrobiologist”
The word “astrobiologist” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · stro · bio · lo · gist. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "astrobiologist" have?
"astrobiologist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "astrobiologist" into syllables?
"astrobiologist" is divided into syllables as: a · stro · bio · lo · gist.
What is the Scrabble score for "astrobiologist"?
The Scrabble score for "astrobiologist" is 17 points.
Using “astrobiologist” in writing
"astrobiologist" (a · stro · bio · 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, “astrobiologist” 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.