How many syllables in “etymologist”?
syllables in "etymologist"
Word details
Syllables
5
e · ty · mo · lo · gist
Letters
11
e · t · y · m · o · l · o · g · i · s · t
Scrabble
17
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About the word “etymologist”
The word “etymologist” contains 5 syllables, divided as e · ty · mo · lo · gist. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "etymologist" have?
"etymologist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "etymologist" into syllables?
"etymologist" is divided into syllables as: e · ty · mo · lo · gist.
What is the Scrabble score for "etymologist"?
The Scrabble score for "etymologist" is 17 points.
Using “etymologist” in writing
"etymologist" (e · ty · mo · 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, “etymologist” 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.