How many syllables in “deontological”?
syllables in "deontological"
Word details
Syllables
5
deon · to · lo · gi · cal
Letters
13
d · e · o · n · t · o · l · o · g · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “deontological”
The word “deontological” contains 5 syllables, divided as deon · to · lo · gi · cal. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deontological" have?
"deontological" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "deontological" into syllables?
"deontological" is divided into syllables as: deon · to · lo · gi · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "deontological"?
The Scrabble score for "deontological" is 17 points.
Using “deontological” in writing
"deontological" (deon · to · 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, “deontological” 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.