How many syllables in “neonatologists”?
syllables in "neonatologists"
Word details
Syllables
5
neo · na · to · lo · gists
Letters
14
n · e · o · n · a · t · o · l · o · g · i · s · t · s
Scrabble
15
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About the word “neonatologists”
The word “neonatologists” contains 5 syllables, divided as neo · na · to · lo · gists. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "neonatologists" have?
"neonatologists" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "neonatologists" into syllables?
"neonatologists" is divided into syllables as: neo · na · to · lo · gists.
What is the Scrabble score for "neonatologists"?
The Scrabble score for "neonatologists" is 15 points.
Using “neonatologists” in writing
"neonatologists" (neo · na · to · 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, “neonatologists” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.