How many syllables in “chronological”?
syllables in "chronological"
Word details
Syllables
5
chro · no · lo · gi · cal
Letters
13
c · h · r · o · n · o · l · o · g · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “chronological”
The word “chronological” contains 5 syllables, divided as chro · no · lo · gi · cal. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chronological" have?
"chronological" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "chronological" into syllables?
"chronological" is divided into syllables as: chro · no · lo · gi · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "chronological"?
The Scrabble score for "chronological" is 21 points.
Using “chronological” in writing
"chronological" (chro · no · 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, “chronological” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.