How many syllables in “exhilarating”?
syllables in "exhilarating"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · hi · la · ra · ting
Letters
12
e · x · h · i · l · a · r · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
23
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About the word “exhilarating”
The word “exhilarating” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · hi · la · ra · ting. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "exhilarating" have?
"exhilarating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "exhilarating" into syllables?
"exhilarating" is divided into syllables as: ex · hi · la · ra · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "exhilarating"?
The Scrabble score for "exhilarating" is 23 points.
Using “exhilarating” in writing
"exhilarating" (ex · hi · la · ra · ting) 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, “exhilarating” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.