How many syllables in “histological”?
syllables in "histological"
Word details
Syllables
5
hi · sto · lo · gi · cal
Letters
12
h · i · s · t · o · l · o · g · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
18
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About the word “histological”
The word “histological” contains 5 syllables, divided as hi · sto · lo · gi · cal. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "histological" have?
"histological" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "histological" into syllables?
"histological" is divided into syllables as: hi · sto · lo · gi · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "histological"?
The Scrabble score for "histological" is 18 points.
Using “histological” in writing
"histological" (hi · sto · lo · gi · cal) 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, “histological” 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.