How many syllables in “ecological”?
syllables in "ecological"
Word details
Syllables
5
e · co · lo · gi · cal
Letters
10
e · c · o · l · o · g · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “ecological”
The word “ecological” contains 5 syllables, divided as e · co · lo · gi · cal. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ecological" have?
"ecological" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ecological" into syllables?
"ecological" is divided into syllables as: e · co · lo · gi · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "ecological"?
The Scrabble score for "ecological" is 15 points.
Using “ecological” in writing
"ecological" (e · co · 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, “ecological” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.