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