How many syllables in “ophthalmologist”?
syllables in "ophthalmologist"
Word details
Syllables
5
op · hthal · mo · lo · gist
Letters
15
o · p · h · t · h · a · l · m · o · l · o · g · i · s · t
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “ophthalmologist”
The word “ophthalmologist” contains 5 syllables, divided as op · hthal · mo · lo · gist. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ophthalmologist" have?
"ophthalmologist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ophthalmologist" into syllables?
"ophthalmologist" is divided into syllables as: op · hthal · mo · lo · gist.
What is the Scrabble score for "ophthalmologist"?
The Scrabble score for "ophthalmologist" is 26 points.
Using “ophthalmologist” in writing
"ophthalmologist" (op · hthal · mo · 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, “ophthalmologist” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.