How many syllables in “myrmecologists”?
syllables in "myrmecologists"
Word details
Syllables
5
myr · me · co · lo · gists
Letters
14
m · y · r · m · e · c · o · l · o · g · i · s · t · s
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “myrmecologists”
The word “myrmecologists” contains 5 syllables, divided as myr · me · co · lo · gists. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "myrmecologists" have?
"myrmecologists" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "myrmecologists" into syllables?
"myrmecologists" is divided into syllables as: myr · me · co · lo · gists.
What is the Scrabble score for "myrmecologists"?
The Scrabble score for "myrmecologists" is 24 points.
Using “myrmecologists” in writing
"myrmecologists" (myr · me · co · lo · gists) 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, “myrmecologists” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.