How many syllables in “exculpatory”?
syllables in "exculpatory"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · cul · pa · to · ry
Letters
11
e · x · c · u · l · p · a · t · o · r · y
Scrabble
25
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About the word “exculpatory”
The word “exculpatory” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · cul · pa · to · ry. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "exculpatory" have?
"exculpatory" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "exculpatory" into syllables?
"exculpatory" is divided into syllables as: ex · cul · pa · to · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "exculpatory"?
The Scrabble score for "exculpatory" is 25 points.
Using “exculpatory” in writing
"exculpatory" (ex · cul · pa · to · ry) 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, “exculpatory” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.