How many syllables in “horological”?
syllables in "horological"
Word details
Syllables
5
ho · ro · lo · gi · cal
Letters
11
h · o · r · o · l · o · g · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “horological”
The word “horological” contains 5 syllables, divided as ho · ro · lo · gi · cal. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "horological" have?
"horological" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "horological" into syllables?
"horological" is divided into syllables as: ho · ro · lo · gi · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "horological"?
The Scrabble score for "horological" is 17 points.
Using “horological” in writing
"horological" (ho · ro · 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, “horological” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.