How many syllables in “photobiologists”?
syllables in "photobiologists"
Word details
Syllables
5
pho · to · bio · lo · gists
Letters
15
p · h · o · t · o · b · i · o · l · o · g · i · s · t · s
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “photobiologists”
The word “photobiologists” contains 5 syllables, divided as pho · to · bio · lo · gists. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "photobiologists" have?
"photobiologists" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "photobiologists" into syllables?
"photobiologists" is divided into syllables as: pho · to · bio · lo · gists.
What is the Scrabble score for "photobiologists"?
The Scrabble score for "photobiologists" is 23 points.
Using “photobiologists” in writing
"photobiologists" (pho · to · bio · lo · gists) 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, “photobiologists” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.