How many syllables in “paleontology”?
syllables in "paleontology"
Word details
Syllables
5
pa · leon · to · lo · gy
Letters
12
p · a · l · e · o · n · t · o · l · o · g · y
Scrabble
18
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About the word “paleontology”
The word “paleontology” contains 5 syllables, divided as pa · leon · to · lo · gy. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "paleontology" have?
"paleontology" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "paleontology" into syllables?
"paleontology" is divided into syllables as: pa · leon · to · lo · gy.
What is the Scrabble score for "paleontology"?
The Scrabble score for "paleontology" is 18 points.
Using “paleontology” in writing
"paleontology" (pa · leon · to · 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, “paleontology” 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.