How many syllables in “herpetologist”?
syllables in "herpetologist"
Word details
Syllables
5
her · pe · to · lo · gist
Letters
13
h · e · r · p · e · t · o · l · o · g · i · s · t
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “herpetologist”
The word “herpetologist” contains 5 syllables, divided as her · pe · to · lo · gist. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "herpetologist" have?
"herpetologist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "herpetologist" into syllables?
"herpetologist" is divided into syllables as: her · pe · to · lo · gist.
What is the Scrabble score for "herpetologist"?
The Scrabble score for "herpetologist" is 19 points.
Using “herpetologist” in writing
"herpetologist" (her · pe · 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, “herpetologist” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.