How many syllables in “dermatologists”?
syllables in "dermatologists"
Word details
Syllables
5
der · ma · to · lo · gists
Letters
14
d · e · r · m · a · t · o · l · o · g · i · s · t · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “dermatologists”
The word “dermatologists” contains 5 syllables, divided as der · ma · to · lo · gists. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dermatologists" have?
"dermatologists" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "dermatologists" into syllables?
"dermatologists" is divided into syllables as: der · ma · to · lo · gists.
What is the Scrabble score for "dermatologists"?
The Scrabble score for "dermatologists" is 18 points.
Using “dermatologists” in writing
"dermatologists" (der · ma · to · lo · gists) 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, “dermatologists” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.