How many syllables in “exasperated”?
syllables in "exasperated"
Word details
Syllables
5
e · xa · spe · ra · ted
Letters
11
e · x · a · s · p · e · r · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
21
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About the word “exasperated”
The word “exasperated” contains 5 syllables, divided as e · xa · spe · ra · ted. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "exasperated" have?
"exasperated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "exasperated" into syllables?
"exasperated" is divided into syllables as: e · xa · spe · ra · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "exasperated"?
The Scrabble score for "exasperated" is 21 points.
Using “exasperated” in writing
"exasperated" (e · xa · spe · ra · ted) 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, “exasperated” 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.