How many syllables in “exaggeration”?
syllables in "exaggeration"
Word details
Syllables
5
exa · gge · rat · ion
Letters
12
e · x · a · g · g · e · r · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
21
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About the word “exaggeration”
The word “exaggeration” contains 5 syllables, divided as exa · gge · rat · ion. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "exaggeration" have?
"exaggeration" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "exaggeration" into syllables?
"exaggeration" is divided into syllables as: exa · gge · rat · ion.
What is the Scrabble score for "exaggeration"?
The Scrabble score for "exaggeration" is 21 points.
Using “exaggeration” in writing
"exaggeration" (exa · gge · rat · ion) 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, “exaggeration” 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.