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