How many syllables in “vexillology”?
syllables in "vexillology"
Word details
Syllables
5
ve · xil · lo · lo · gy
Letters
11
v · e · x · i · l · l · o · l · o · g · y
Scrabble
25
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About the word “vexillology”
The word “vexillology” contains 5 syllables, divided as ve · xil · lo · lo · gy. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "vexillology" have?
"vexillology" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "vexillology" into syllables?
"vexillology" is divided into syllables as: ve · xil · lo · lo · gy.
What is the Scrabble score for "vexillology"?
The Scrabble score for "vexillology" is 25 points.
Using “vexillology” in writing
"vexillology" (ve · xil · lo · 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, “vexillology” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.