How many syllables in “ornithologic”?
syllables in "ornithologic"
Word details
Syllables
5
or · nit · ho · lo · gic
Letters
12
o · r · n · i · t · h · o · l · o · g · i · c
Scrabble
18
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About the word “ornithologic”
The word “ornithologic” contains 5 syllables, divided as or · nit · ho · lo · gic. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ornithologic" have?
"ornithologic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ornithologic" into syllables?
"ornithologic" is divided into syllables as: or · nit · ho · lo · gic.
What is the Scrabble score for "ornithologic"?
The Scrabble score for "ornithologic" is 18 points.
Using “ornithologic” in writing
"ornithologic" (or · nit · ho · lo · gic) 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, “ornithologic” 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.