How many syllables in “petrological”?
syllables in "petrological"
Word details
Syllables
5
pe · tro · lo · gi · cal
Letters
12
p · e · t · r · o · l · o · g · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “petrological”
The word “petrological” contains 5 syllables, divided as pe · tro · lo · gi · cal. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "petrological" have?
"petrological" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "petrological" into syllables?
"petrological" is divided into syllables as: pe · tro · lo · gi · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "petrological"?
The Scrabble score for "petrological" is 17 points.
Using “petrological” in writing
"petrological" (pe · tro · lo · gi · cal) 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, “petrological” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.