How many syllables in “ex”?
1
syllable in "ex"
ex
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Word details
Syllables
1
ex
Letters
2
e · x
Scrabble
9
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
e1
x8
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About the word “ex”
The word “ex” contains 1 syllable, divided as ex. It has 2 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ex" have?
"ex" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "ex" into syllables?
"ex" is divided into syllables as: ex.
What is the Scrabble score for "ex"?
The Scrabble score for "ex" is 9 points.
Using “ex” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "ex" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “ex” is worth 9 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.