How many syllables in “exhortatory”?
syllables in "exhortatory"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · hor · ta · to · ry
Letters
11
e · x · h · o · r · t · a · t · o · r · y
Scrabble
24
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About the word “exhortatory”
The word “exhortatory” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · hor · ta · to · ry. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "exhortatory" have?
"exhortatory" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "exhortatory" into syllables?
"exhortatory" is divided into syllables as: ex · hor · ta · to · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "exhortatory"?
The Scrabble score for "exhortatory" is 24 points.
Using “exhortatory” in writing
"exhortatory" (ex · hor · ta · to · ry) 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, “exhortatory” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.