How many syllables in “exempla”?
syllables in "exempla"
Word details
Syllables
3
e · xem · pla
Letters
7
e · x · e · m · p · l · a
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “exempla”
The word “exempla” contains 3 syllables, divided as e · xem · pla. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "exempla" have?
"exempla" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "exempla" into syllables?
"exempla" is divided into syllables as: e · xem · pla.
What is the Scrabble score for "exempla"?
The Scrabble score for "exempla" is 18 points.
Using “exempla” in writing
Three-syllable words like "exempla" (e · xem · pla) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “exempla” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “exempla”
The letters in “exempla” can be rearranged to spell one other word: example.