How many syllables in “excitable”?
syllables in "excitable"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · ci · ta · bl · e
Letters
9
e · x · c · i · t · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “excitable”
The word “excitable” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · ci · ta · bl · e. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "excitable" have?
"excitable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "excitable" into syllables?
"excitable" is divided into syllables as: ex · ci · ta · bl · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "excitable"?
The Scrabble score for "excitable" is 20 points.
Using “excitable” in writing
"excitable" (ex · ci · ta · bl · e) 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, “excitable” 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.