How many syllables in “speleological”?
syllables in "speleological"
Word details
Syllables
5
spe · leo · lo · gi · cal
Letters
13
s · p · e · l · e · o · l · o · g · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “speleological”
The word “speleological” contains 5 syllables, divided as spe · leo · lo · gi · cal. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "speleological" have?
"speleological" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "speleological" into syllables?
"speleological" is divided into syllables as: spe · leo · lo · gi · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "speleological"?
The Scrabble score for "speleological" is 18 points.
Using “speleological” in writing
"speleological" (spe · leo · lo · gi · cal) 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, “speleological” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.