How many syllables in “exaggerated”?
syllables in "exaggerated"
Word details
Syllables
5
e · xag · ge · ra · ted
Letters
11
e · x · a · g · g · e · r · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
21
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About the word “exaggerated”
The word “exaggerated” contains 5 syllables, divided as e · xag · ge · ra · ted. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "exaggerated" have?
"exaggerated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "exaggerated" into syllables?
"exaggerated" is divided into syllables as: e · xag · ge · ra · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "exaggerated"?
The Scrabble score for "exaggerated" is 21 points.
Using “exaggerated” in writing
"exaggerated" (e · xag · ge · ra · ted) 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, “exaggerated” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.