How many syllables in “exhaustively”?
syllables in "exhaustively"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · hau · sti · ve · ly
Letters
12
e · x · h · a · u · s · t · i · v · e · l · y
Scrabble
28
points
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About the word “exhaustively”
The word “exhaustively” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · hau · sti · ve · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "exhaustively" have?
"exhaustively" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "exhaustively" into syllables?
"exhaustively" is divided into syllables as: ex · hau · sti · ve · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "exhaustively"?
The Scrabble score for "exhaustively" is 28 points.
Using “exhaustively” in writing
"exhaustively" (ex · hau · sti · ve · ly) 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, “exhaustively” 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.