How many syllables in “photobiologist”?
syllables in "photobiologist"
Word details
Syllables
5
pho · to · bio · lo · gist
Letters
14
p · h · o · t · o · b · i · o · l · o · g · i · s · t
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “photobiologist”
The word “photobiologist” contains 5 syllables, divided as pho · to · bio · lo · gist. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "photobiologist" have?
"photobiologist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "photobiologist" into syllables?
"photobiologist" is divided into syllables as: pho · to · bio · lo · gist.
What is the Scrabble score for "photobiologist"?
The Scrabble score for "photobiologist" is 22 points.
Using “photobiologist” in writing
"photobiologist" (pho · to · bio · lo · gist) 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, “photobiologist” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.