How many syllables in “nephrology”?
syllables in "nephrology"
Word details
Syllables
4
nep · hro · lo · gy
Letters
10
n · e · p · h · r · o · l · o · g · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “nephrology”
The word “nephrology” contains 4 syllables, divided as nep · hro · lo · gy. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nephrology" have?
"nephrology" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "nephrology" into syllables?
"nephrology" is divided into syllables as: nep · hro · lo · gy.
What is the Scrabble score for "nephrology"?
The Scrabble score for "nephrology" is 19 points.
Using “nephrology” in writing
Four-syllable words like "nephrology" (nep · hro · lo · gy) 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, “nephrology” is worth 19 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 “nephrology”
The letters in “nephrology” can be rearranged to spell one other word: phrenology.