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How many syllables in “exothermic”?

4

syllables in "exothermic"

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Word details

Syllables

4

e · xot · her · mic

Letters

10

e · x · o · t · h · e · r · m · i · c

Scrabble

24

points

Scrabble letter values

e1
x8
o1
t1
h4
e1
r1
m3
i1
c3

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About the word “exothermic

The word exothermic contains 4 syllables, divided as e · xot · her · mic. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "exothermic" have?

"exothermic" has 4 syllables.

How do you divide "exothermic" into syllables?

"exothermic" is divided into syllables as: e · xot · her · mic.

What is the Scrabble score for "exothermic"?

The Scrabble score for "exothermic" is 24 points.

Using “exothermic” in writing

Four-syllable words like "exothermic" (e · xot · her · mic) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, exothermic 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.

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