How many syllables in “exhilarative”?
syllables in "exhilarative"
Word details
Syllables
5
exh · ila · rat · ive
Letters
12
e · x · h · i · l · a · r · a · t · i · v · e
Scrabble
25
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About the word “exhilarative”
The word “exhilarative” contains 5 syllables, divided as exh · ila · rat · ive. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "exhilarative" have?
"exhilarative" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "exhilarative" into syllables?
"exhilarative" is divided into syllables as: exh · ila · rat · ive.
What is the Scrabble score for "exhilarative"?
The Scrabble score for "exhilarative" is 25 points.
Using “exhilarative” in writing
"exhilarative" (exh · ila · rat · ive) 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, “exhilarative” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.