How many syllables in “martyrologist”?
syllables in "martyrologist"
Word details
Syllables
5
mar · ty · ro · lo · gist
Letters
13
m · a · r · t · y · r · o · l · o · g · i · s · t
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “martyrologist”
The word “martyrologist” contains 5 syllables, divided as mar · ty · ro · lo · gist. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "martyrologist" have?
"martyrologist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "martyrologist" into syllables?
"martyrologist" is divided into syllables as: mar · ty · ro · lo · gist.
What is the Scrabble score for "martyrologist"?
The Scrabble score for "martyrologist" is 19 points.
Using “martyrologist” in writing
"martyrologist" (mar · ty · ro · 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, “martyrologist” 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.