How many syllables in “geostationary”?
syllables in "geostationary"
Word details
Syllables
5
geos · tati · onar · y
Letters
13
g · e · o · s · t · a · t · i · o · n · a · r · y
Scrabble
17
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About the word “geostationary”
The word “geostationary” contains 5 syllables, divided as geos · tati · onar · y. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "geostationary" have?
"geostationary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "geostationary" into syllables?
"geostationary" is divided into syllables as: geos · tati · onar · y.
What is the Scrabble score for "geostationary"?
The Scrabble score for "geostationary" is 17 points.
Using “geostationary” in writing
"geostationary" (geos · tati · onar · y) 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, “geostationary” 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.