How many syllables in “ontological”?
syllables in "ontological"
Word details
Syllables
5
on · to · lo · gi · cal
Letters
11
o · n · t · o · l · o · g · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
14
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About the word “ontological”
The word “ontological” contains 5 syllables, divided as on · to · lo · gi · cal. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ontological" have?
"ontological" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ontological" into syllables?
"ontological" is divided into syllables as: on · to · lo · gi · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "ontological"?
The Scrabble score for "ontological" is 14 points.
Using “ontological” in writing
"ontological" (on · to · lo · gi · cal) 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, “ontological” 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.