How many syllables in “hematologist”?
syllables in "hematologist"
Word details
Syllables
5
he · ma · to · lo · gist
Letters
12
h · e · m · a · t · o · l · o · g · i · s · t
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “hematologist”
The word “hematologist” contains 5 syllables, divided as he · ma · to · lo · gist. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hematologist" have?
"hematologist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hematologist" into syllables?
"hematologist" is divided into syllables as: he · ma · to · lo · gist.
What is the Scrabble score for "hematologist"?
The Scrabble score for "hematologist" is 18 points.
Using “hematologist” in writing
"hematologist" (he · ma · to · lo · gist) 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, “hematologist” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.