How many syllables in “virological”?
syllables in "virological"
Word details
Syllables
5
vi · ro · lo · gi · cal
Letters
11
v · i · r · o · l · o · g · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “virological”
The word “virological” contains 5 syllables, divided as vi · ro · lo · gi · cal. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "virological" have?
"virological" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "virological" into syllables?
"virological" is divided into syllables as: vi · ro · lo · gi · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "virological"?
The Scrabble score for "virological" is 17 points.
Using “virological” in writing
"virological" (vi · ro · 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, “virological” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.