How many syllables in “microbiology”?
syllables in "microbiology"
Word details
Syllables
5
mi · cro · bio · lo · gy
Letters
12
m · i · c · r · o · b · i · o · l · o · g · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “microbiology”
The word “microbiology” contains 5 syllables, divided as mi · cro · bio · lo · gy. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "microbiology" have?
"microbiology" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "microbiology" into syllables?
"microbiology" is divided into syllables as: mi · cro · bio · lo · gy.
What is the Scrabble score for "microbiology"?
The Scrabble score for "microbiology" is 22 points.
Using “microbiology” in writing
"microbiology" (mi · cro · bio · lo · gy) 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, “microbiology” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.