How many syllables in “exaggerating”?
syllables in "exaggerating"
Word details
Syllables
5
e · xag · ge · ra · ting
Letters
12
e · x · a · g · g · e · r · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “exaggerating”
The word “exaggerating” contains 5 syllables, divided as e · xag · ge · ra · ting. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "exaggerating" have?
"exaggerating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "exaggerating" into syllables?
"exaggerating" is divided into syllables as: e · xag · ge · ra · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "exaggerating"?
The Scrabble score for "exaggerating" is 22 points.
Using “exaggerating” in writing
"exaggerating" (e · xag · ge · ra · ting) 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, “exaggerating” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.