How many syllables in “paleobotanists”?
syllables in "paleobotanists"
Word details
Syllables
5
pa · leo · bo · ta · nists
Letters
14
p · a · l · e · o · b · o · t · a · n · i · s · t · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “paleobotanists”
The word “paleobotanists” contains 5 syllables, divided as pa · leo · bo · ta · nists. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "paleobotanists" have?
"paleobotanists" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "paleobotanists" into syllables?
"paleobotanists" is divided into syllables as: pa · leo · bo · ta · nists.
What is the Scrabble score for "paleobotanists"?
The Scrabble score for "paleobotanists" is 18 points.
Using “paleobotanists” in writing
"paleobotanists" (pa · leo · bo · ta · nists) 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, “paleobotanists” 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.