How many syllables in “gerontology”?
syllables in "gerontology"
Word details
Syllables
5
ge · ron · to · lo · gy
Letters
11
g · e · r · o · n · t · o · l · o · g · y
Scrabble
16
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About the word “gerontology”
The word “gerontology” contains 5 syllables, divided as ge · ron · to · lo · gy. It has 11 letters.
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How many syllables does "gerontology" have?
"gerontology" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "gerontology" into syllables?
"gerontology" is divided into syllables as: ge · ron · to · lo · gy.
What is the Scrabble score for "gerontology"?
The Scrabble score for "gerontology" is 16 points.
Using “gerontology” in writing
"gerontology" (ge · ron · to · lo · gy) 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, “gerontology” 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.