How many syllables in “gynaecology”?
syllables in "gynaecology"
Word details
Syllables
5
gy · nae · co · lo · gy
Letters
11
g · y · n · a · e · c · o · l · o · g · y
Scrabble
21
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About the word “gynaecology”
The word “gynaecology” contains 5 syllables, divided as gy · nae · co · lo · gy. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gynaecology" have?
"gynaecology" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "gynaecology" into syllables?
"gynaecology" is divided into syllables as: gy · nae · co · lo · gy.
What is the Scrabble score for "gynaecology"?
The Scrabble score for "gynaecology" is 21 points.
Using “gynaecology” in writing
"gynaecology" (gy · nae · co · 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, “gynaecology” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.