How many syllables in “vexillologist”?
syllables in "vexillologist"
Word details
Syllables
5
ve · xil · lo · lo · gist
Letters
13
v · e · x · i · l · l · o · l · o · g · i · s · t
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “vexillologist”
The word “vexillologist” contains 5 syllables, divided as ve · xil · lo · lo · gist. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "vexillologist" have?
"vexillologist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "vexillologist" into syllables?
"vexillologist" is divided into syllables as: ve · xil · lo · lo · gist.
What is the Scrabble score for "vexillologist"?
The Scrabble score for "vexillologist" is 24 points.
Using “vexillologist” in writing
"vexillologist" (ve · xil · lo · lo · gist) 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, “vexillologist” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.