How many syllables in “toxicology”?
syllables in "toxicology"
Word details
Syllables
5
to · xi · co · lo · gy
Letters
10
t · o · x · i · c · o · l · o · g · y
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “toxicology”
The word “toxicology” contains 5 syllables, divided as to · xi · co · lo · gy. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "toxicology" have?
"toxicology" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "toxicology" into syllables?
"toxicology" is divided into syllables as: to · xi · co · lo · gy.
What is the Scrabble score for "toxicology"?
The Scrabble score for "toxicology" is 23 points.
Using “toxicology” in writing
"toxicology" (to · xi · co · 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, “toxicology” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.