How many syllables in “ophthalmology”?
syllables in "ophthalmology"
Word details
Syllables
5
op · hthal · mo · lo · gy
Letters
13
o · p · h · t · h · a · l · m · o · l · o · g · y
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “ophthalmology”
The word “ophthalmology” contains 5 syllables, divided as op · hthal · mo · lo · gy. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ophthalmology" have?
"ophthalmology" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ophthalmology" into syllables?
"ophthalmology" is divided into syllables as: op · hthal · mo · lo · gy.
What is the Scrabble score for "ophthalmology"?
The Scrabble score for "ophthalmology" is 27 points.
Using “ophthalmology” in writing
"ophthalmology" (op · hthal · mo · lo · gy) 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, “ophthalmology” is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.