How many syllables in “excommunicate”?
syllables in "excommunicate"
Word details
Syllables
5
exc · omm · uni · cat · e
Letters
13
e · x · c · o · m · m · u · n · i · c · a · t · e
Scrabble
28
points
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About the word “excommunicate”
The word “excommunicate” contains 5 syllables, divided as exc · omm · uni · cat · e. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "excommunicate" have?
"excommunicate" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "excommunicate" into syllables?
"excommunicate" is divided into syllables as: exc · omm · uni · cat · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "excommunicate"?
The Scrabble score for "excommunicate" is 28 points.
Using “excommunicate” in writing
"excommunicate" (exc · omm · uni · cat · 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, “excommunicate” is worth 28 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.