How many syllables in “veterinarian”?
syllables in "veterinarian"
Word details
Syllables
5
ve · te · ri · na · rian
Letters
12
v · e · t · e · r · i · n · a · r · i · a · n
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “veterinarian”
The word “veterinarian” contains 5 syllables, divided as ve · te · ri · na · rian. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "veterinarian" have?
"veterinarian" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "veterinarian" into syllables?
"veterinarian" is divided into syllables as: ve · te · ri · na · rian.
What is the Scrabble score for "veterinarian"?
The Scrabble score for "veterinarian" is 15 points.
Using “veterinarian” in writing
"veterinarian" (ve · te · ri · na · rian) 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, “veterinarian” 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.