How many syllables in “astrophysicists”?
syllables in "astrophysicists"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · strop · hy · si · cists
Letters
15
a · s · t · r · o · p · h · y · s · i · c · i · s · t · s
Scrabble
25
points
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About the word “astrophysicists”
The word “astrophysicists” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · strop · hy · si · cists. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "astrophysicists" have?
"astrophysicists" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "astrophysicists" into syllables?
"astrophysicists" is divided into syllables as: a · strop · hy · si · cists.
What is the Scrabble score for "astrophysicists"?
The Scrabble score for "astrophysicists" is 25 points.
Using “astrophysicists” in writing
"astrophysicists" (a · strop · hy · si · cists) 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, “astrophysicists” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.