How many syllables in “malacologist”?
syllables in "malacologist"
Word details
Syllables
5
ma · la · co · lo · gist
Letters
12
m · a · l · a · c · o · l · o · g · i · s · t
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “malacologist”
The word “malacologist” contains 5 syllables, divided as ma · la · co · lo · gist. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "malacologist" have?
"malacologist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "malacologist" into syllables?
"malacologist" is divided into syllables as: ma · la · co · lo · gist.
What is the Scrabble score for "malacologist"?
The Scrabble score for "malacologist" is 17 points.
Using “malacologist” in writing
"malacologist" (ma · la · co · 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, “malacologist” 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.