How many syllables in “exaggerative”?
syllables in "exaggerative"
Word details
Syllables
5
exa · gge · rat · ive
Letters
12
e · x · a · g · g · e · r · a · t · i · v · e
Scrabble
24
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About the word “exaggerative”
The word “exaggerative” contains 5 syllables, divided as exa · gge · rat · ive. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "exaggerative" have?
"exaggerative" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "exaggerative" into syllables?
"exaggerative" is divided into syllables as: exa · gge · rat · ive.
What is the Scrabble score for "exaggerative"?
The Scrabble score for "exaggerative" is 24 points.
Using “exaggerative” in writing
"exaggerative" (exa · gge · rat · ive) 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, “exaggerative” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.