How many syllables in “sociobiologist”?
syllables in "sociobiologist"
Word details
Syllables
5
so · cio · bio · lo · gist
Letters
14
s · o · c · i · o · b · i · o · l · o · g · i · s · t
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “sociobiologist”
The word “sociobiologist” contains 5 syllables, divided as so · cio · bio · lo · gist. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sociobiologist" have?
"sociobiologist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "sociobiologist" into syllables?
"sociobiologist" is divided into syllables as: so · cio · bio · lo · gist.
What is the Scrabble score for "sociobiologist"?
The Scrabble score for "sociobiologist" is 19 points.
Using “sociobiologist” in writing
"sociobiologist" (so · cio · 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, “sociobiologist” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.