How many syllables in “nephrologist”?
syllables in "nephrologist"
Word details
Syllables
4
nep · hro · lo · gist
Letters
12
n · e · p · h · r · o · l · o · g · i · s · t
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “nephrologist”
The word “nephrologist” contains 4 syllables, divided as nep · hro · lo · gist. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nephrologist" have?
"nephrologist" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "nephrologist" into syllables?
"nephrologist" is divided into syllables as: nep · hro · lo · gist.
What is the Scrabble score for "nephrologist"?
The Scrabble score for "nephrologist" is 18 points.
Using “nephrologist” in writing
Four-syllable words like "nephrologist" (nep · hro · lo · gist) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “nephrologist” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “nephrologist”
The letters in “nephrologist” can be rearranged to spell one other word: phrenologist.