How many syllables in “expectoration”?
syllables in "expectoration"
Word details
Syllables
5
expe · ctor · atio · n
Letters
13
e · x · p · e · c · t · o · r · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “expectoration”
The word “expectoration” contains 5 syllables, divided as expe · ctor · atio · n. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "expectoration" have?
"expectoration" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "expectoration" into syllables?
"expectoration" is divided into syllables as: expe · ctor · atio · n.
What is the Scrabble score for "expectoration"?
The Scrabble score for "expectoration" is 24 points.
Using “expectoration” in writing
"expectoration" (expe · ctor · atio · n) 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, “expectoration” 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.