How many syllables in “rheumatology”?
syllables in "rheumatology"
Word details
Syllables
5
rheu · ma · to · lo · gy
Letters
12
r · h · e · u · m · a · t · o · l · o · g · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “rheumatology”
The word “rheumatology” contains 5 syllables, divided as rheu · ma · to · lo · gy. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rheumatology" have?
"rheumatology" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "rheumatology" into syllables?
"rheumatology" is divided into syllables as: rheu · ma · to · lo · gy.
What is the Scrabble score for "rheumatology"?
The Scrabble score for "rheumatology" is 21 points.
Using “rheumatology” in writing
"rheumatology" (rheu · ma · to · lo · gy) 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, “rheumatology” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.