How many syllables in “excepted”?
syllables in "excepted"
Word details
Syllables
3
ex · cep · ted
Letters
8
e · x · c · e · p · t · e · d
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “excepted”
The word “excepted” contains 3 syllables, divided as ex · cep · ted. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "excepted" have?
"excepted" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "excepted" into syllables?
"excepted" is divided into syllables as: ex · cep · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "excepted"?
The Scrabble score for "excepted" is 20 points.
Using “excepted” in writing
Three-syllable words like "excepted" (ex · cep · ted) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “excepted” 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.
Anagrams of “excepted”
The letters in “excepted” can be rearranged to spell one other word: expected.