How many syllables in “exhilarated”?
syllables in "exhilarated"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · hi · la · ra · ted
Letters
11
e · x · h · i · l · a · r · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
22
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About the word “exhilarated”
The word “exhilarated” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · hi · la · ra · ted. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "exhilarated" have?
"exhilarated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "exhilarated" into syllables?
"exhilarated" is divided into syllables as: ex · hi · la · ra · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "exhilarated"?
The Scrabble score for "exhilarated" is 22 points.
Using “exhilarated” in writing
"exhilarated" (ex · hi · la · ra · ted) 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, “exhilarated” 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.