How many syllables in “expenditures”?
syllables in "expenditures"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · pen · di · tu · res
Letters
12
e · x · p · e · n · d · i · t · u · r · e · s
Scrabble
22
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About the word “expenditures”
The word “expenditures” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · pen · di · tu · res. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "expenditures" have?
"expenditures" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "expenditures" into syllables?
"expenditures" is divided into syllables as: ex · pen · di · tu · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "expenditures"?
The Scrabble score for "expenditures" is 22 points.
Using “expenditures” in writing
"expenditures" (ex · pen · di · tu · res) 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, “expenditures” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.