How many syllables in “excusatory”?
syllables in "excusatory"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · cu · sa · to · ry
Letters
10
e · x · c · u · s · a · t · o · r · y
Scrabble
22
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About the word “excusatory”
The word “excusatory” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · cu · sa · to · ry. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "excusatory" have?
"excusatory" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "excusatory" into syllables?
"excusatory" is divided into syllables as: ex · cu · sa · to · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "excusatory"?
The Scrabble score for "excusatory" is 22 points.
Using “excusatory” in writing
"excusatory" (ex · cu · sa · 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, “excusatory” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.