How many syllables in “ornithology”?
syllables in "ornithology"
Word details
Syllables
5
or · nit · ho · lo · gy
Letters
11
o · r · n · i · t · h · o · l · o · g · y
Scrabble
18
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About the word “ornithology”
The word “ornithology” contains 5 syllables, divided as or · nit · ho · lo · gy. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ornithology" have?
"ornithology" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ornithology" into syllables?
"ornithology" is divided into syllables as: or · nit · ho · lo · gy.
What is the Scrabble score for "ornithology"?
The Scrabble score for "ornithology" is 18 points.
Using “ornithology” in writing
"ornithology" (or · nit · ho · 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, “ornithology” 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.