How many syllables in “dermatologist”?
syllables in "dermatologist"
Word details
Syllables
5
der · ma · to · lo · gist
Letters
13
d · e · r · m · a · t · o · l · o · g · i · s · t
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “dermatologist”
The word “dermatologist” contains 5 syllables, divided as der · ma · to · lo · gist. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dermatologist" have?
"dermatologist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "dermatologist" into syllables?
"dermatologist" is divided into syllables as: der · ma · to · lo · gist.
What is the Scrabble score for "dermatologist"?
The Scrabble score for "dermatologist" is 17 points.
Using “dermatologist” in writing
"dermatologist" (der · ma · to · lo · gist) 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, “dermatologist” 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.