How many syllables in “psychologist”?
syllables in "psychologist"
Word details
Syllables
4
psyc · ho · lo · gist
Letters
12
p · s · y · c · h · o · l · o · g · i · s · t
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “psychologist”
The word “psychologist” contains 4 syllables, divided as psyc · ho · lo · gist. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "psychologist" have?
"psychologist" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "psychologist" into syllables?
"psychologist" is divided into syllables as: psyc · ho · lo · gist.
What is the Scrabble score for "psychologist"?
The Scrabble score for "psychologist" is 23 points.
Using “psychologist” in writing
Four-syllable words like "psychologist" (psyc · ho · lo · gist) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “psychologist” 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.
Anagrams of “psychologist”
The letters in “psychologist” can be rearranged to spell one other word: phycologists.