How many syllables in “gerontocracy”?
syllables in "gerontocracy"
Word details
Syllables
5
ge · ron · to · cra · cy
Letters
12
g · e · r · o · n · t · o · c · r · a · c · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “gerontocracy”
The word “gerontocracy” contains 5 syllables, divided as ge · ron · to · cra · cy. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gerontocracy" have?
"gerontocracy" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "gerontocracy" into syllables?
"gerontocracy" is divided into syllables as: ge · ron · to · cra · cy.
What is the Scrabble score for "gerontocracy"?
The Scrabble score for "gerontocracy" is 20 points.
Using “gerontocracy” in writing
"gerontocracy" (ge · ron · to · cra · cy) 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, “gerontocracy” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.