How many syllables in “volcanologist”?
syllables in "volcanologist"
Word details
Syllables
5
vol · ca · no · lo · gist
Letters
13
v · o · l · c · a · n · o · l · o · g · i · s · t
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “volcanologist”
The word “volcanologist” contains 5 syllables, divided as vol · ca · no · lo · gist. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "volcanologist" have?
"volcanologist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "volcanologist" into syllables?
"volcanologist" is divided into syllables as: vol · ca · no · lo · gist.
What is the Scrabble score for "volcanologist"?
The Scrabble score for "volcanologist" is 19 points.
Using “volcanologist” in writing
"volcanologist" (vol · ca · no · 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, “volcanologist” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.