How many syllables in “gerontocracies”?
syllables in "gerontocracies"
Word details
Syllables
5
ge · ron · to · cra · cies
Letters
14
g · e · r · o · n · t · o · c · r · a · c · i · e · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “gerontocracies”
The word “gerontocracies” contains 5 syllables, divided as ge · ron · to · cra · cies. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gerontocracies" have?
"gerontocracies" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "gerontocracies" into syllables?
"gerontocracies" is divided into syllables as: ge · ron · to · cra · cies.
What is the Scrabble score for "gerontocracies"?
The Scrabble score for "gerontocracies" is 19 points.
Using “gerontocracies” in writing
"gerontocracies" (ge · ron · to · cra · cies) 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, “gerontocracies” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.