How many syllables in “exaggerates”?
syllables in "exaggerates"
Word details
Syllables
5
e · xag · ge · ra · tes
Letters
11
e · x · a · g · g · e · r · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “exaggerates”
The word “exaggerates” contains 5 syllables, divided as e · xag · ge · ra · tes. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "exaggerates" have?
"exaggerates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "exaggerates" into syllables?
"exaggerates" is divided into syllables as: e · xag · ge · ra · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "exaggerates"?
The Scrabble score for "exaggerates" is 20 points.
Using “exaggerates” in writing
"exaggerates" (e · xag · ge · ra · tes) 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, “exaggerates” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.