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How many syllables in “exhorting”?

3

syllables in "exhorting"

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Word details

Syllables

3

ex · hor · ting

Letters

9

e · x · h · o · r · t · i · n · g

Scrabble

20

points

Scrabble letter values

e1
x8
h4
o1
r1
t1
i1
n1
g2

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About the word “exhorting

The word exhorting contains 3 syllables, divided as ex · hor · ting. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "exhorting" have?

"exhorting" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "exhorting" into syllables?

"exhorting" is divided into syllables as: ex · hor · ting.

What is the Scrabble score for "exhorting"?

The Scrabble score for "exhorting" is 20 points.

Using “exhorting” in writing

Three-syllable words like "exhorting" (ex · hor · ting) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, exhorting is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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