How many syllables in “dactylology”?
syllables in "dactylology"
Word details
Syllables
5
dac · ty · lo · lo · gy
Letters
11
d · a · c · t · y · l · o · l · o · g · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “dactylology”
The word “dactylology” contains 5 syllables, divided as dac · ty · lo · lo · gy. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dactylology" have?
"dactylology" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "dactylology" into syllables?
"dactylology" is divided into syllables as: dac · ty · lo · lo · gy.
What is the Scrabble score for "dactylology"?
The Scrabble score for "dactylology" is 21 points.
Using “dactylology” in writing
"dactylology" (dac · ty · lo · 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, “dactylology” 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.