How many syllables in “exaggerator”?
syllables in "exaggerator"
Word details
Syllables
5
e · xag · ge · ra · tor
Letters
11
e · x · a · g · g · e · r · a · t · o · r
Scrabble
20
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About the word “exaggerator”
The word “exaggerator” contains 5 syllables, divided as e · xag · ge · ra · tor. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "exaggerator" have?
"exaggerator" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "exaggerator" into syllables?
"exaggerator" is divided into syllables as: e · xag · ge · ra · tor.
What is the Scrabble score for "exaggerator"?
The Scrabble score for "exaggerator" is 20 points.
Using “exaggerator” in writing
"exaggerator" (e · xag · ge · ra · tor) 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, “exaggerator” 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.