How many syllables in “rheumatologist”?
syllables in "rheumatologist"
Word details
Syllables
5
rheu · ma · to · lo · gist
Letters
14
r · h · e · u · m · a · t · o · l · o · g · i · s · t
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “rheumatologist”
The word “rheumatologist” contains 5 syllables, divided as rheu · ma · to · lo · gist. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rheumatologist" have?
"rheumatologist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "rheumatologist" into syllables?
"rheumatologist" is divided into syllables as: rheu · ma · to · lo · gist.
What is the Scrabble score for "rheumatologist"?
The Scrabble score for "rheumatologist" is 20 points.
Using “rheumatologist” in writing
"rheumatologist" (rheu · ma · to · 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, “rheumatologist” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.