How many syllables in “gerontologists”?
syllables in "gerontologists"
Word details
Syllables
5
ge · ron · to · lo · gists
Letters
14
g · e · r · o · n · t · o · l · o · g · i · s · t · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “gerontologists”
The word “gerontologists” contains 5 syllables, divided as ge · ron · to · lo · gists. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gerontologists" have?
"gerontologists" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "gerontologists" into syllables?
"gerontologists" is divided into syllables as: ge · ron · to · lo · gists.
What is the Scrabble score for "gerontologists"?
The Scrabble score for "gerontologists" is 16 points.
Using “gerontologists” in writing
"gerontologists" (ge · ron · to · lo · gists) 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, “gerontologists” 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.