How many syllables in “sociobiologists”?
syllables in "sociobiologists"
Word details
Syllables
5
so · cio · bio · lo · gists
Letters
15
s · o · c · i · o · b · i · o · l · o · g · i · s · t · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “sociobiologists”
The word “sociobiologists” contains 5 syllables, divided as so · cio · bio · lo · gists. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sociobiologists" have?
"sociobiologists" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "sociobiologists" into syllables?
"sociobiologists" is divided into syllables as: so · cio · bio · lo · gists.
What is the Scrabble score for "sociobiologists"?
The Scrabble score for "sociobiologists" is 20 points.
Using “sociobiologists” in writing
"sociobiologists" (so · cio · 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, “sociobiologists” 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.