How many syllables in “bacteriology”?
syllables in "bacteriology"
Word details
Syllables
5
bac · te · rio · lo · gy
Letters
12
b · a · c · t · e · r · i · o · l · o · g · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “bacteriology”
The word “bacteriology” contains 5 syllables, divided as bac · te · rio · lo · gy. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bacteriology" have?
"bacteriology" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "bacteriology" into syllables?
"bacteriology" is divided into syllables as: bac · te · rio · lo · gy.
What is the Scrabble score for "bacteriology"?
The Scrabble score for "bacteriology" is 20 points.
Using “bacteriology” in writing
"bacteriology" (bac · te · rio · lo · gy) 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, “bacteriology” 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.