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