How many syllables in “exegetical”?
syllables in "exegetical"
Word details
Syllables
5
e · xe · ge · ti · cal
Letters
10
e · x · e · g · e · t · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
20
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About the word “exegetical”
The word “exegetical” contains 5 syllables, divided as e · xe · ge · ti · cal. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "exegetical" have?
"exegetical" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "exegetical" into syllables?
"exegetical" is divided into syllables as: e · xe · ge · ti · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "exegetical"?
The Scrabble score for "exegetical" is 20 points.
Using “exegetical” in writing
"exegetical" (e · xe · ge · ti · cal) 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, “exegetical” 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.