How many syllables in “neonatologist”?
syllables in "neonatologist"
Word details
Syllables
5
neo · na · to · lo · gist
Letters
13
n · e · o · n · a · t · o · l · o · g · i · s · t
Scrabble
14
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About the word “neonatologist”
The word “neonatologist” contains 5 syllables, divided as neo · na · to · lo · gist. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "neonatologist" have?
"neonatologist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "neonatologist" into syllables?
"neonatologist" is divided into syllables as: neo · na · to · lo · gist.
What is the Scrabble score for "neonatologist"?
The Scrabble score for "neonatologist" is 14 points.
Using “neonatologist” in writing
"neonatologist" (neo · na · to · 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, “neonatologist” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.