How many syllables in “genealogical”?
syllables in "genealogical"
Word details
Syllables
5
ge · nea · lo · gi · cal
Letters
12
g · e · n · e · a · l · o · g · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “genealogical”
The word “genealogical” contains 5 syllables, divided as ge · nea · lo · gi · cal. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "genealogical" have?
"genealogical" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "genealogical" into syllables?
"genealogical" is divided into syllables as: ge · nea · lo · gi · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "genealogical"?
The Scrabble score for "genealogical" is 16 points.
Using “genealogical” in writing
"genealogical" (ge · nea · 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, “genealogical” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.