How many syllables in “teleological”?
syllables in "teleological"
Word details
Syllables
5
te · leo · lo · gi · cal
Letters
12
t · e · l · e · o · l · o · g · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “teleological”
The word “teleological” contains 5 syllables, divided as te · leo · lo · gi · cal. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "teleological" have?
"teleological" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "teleological" into syllables?
"teleological" is divided into syllables as: te · leo · lo · gi · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "teleological"?
The Scrabble score for "teleological" is 15 points.
Using “teleological” in writing
"teleological" (te · 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, “teleological” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.