How many syllables in “exploder”?
syllables in "exploder"
Word details
Syllables
3
ex · plo · der
Letters
8
e · x · p · l · o · d · e · r
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “exploder”
The word “exploder” contains 3 syllables, divided as ex · plo · der. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "exploder" have?
"exploder" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "exploder" into syllables?
"exploder" is divided into syllables as: ex · plo · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "exploder"?
The Scrabble score for "exploder" is 18 points.
Using “exploder” in writing
Three-syllable words like "exploder" (ex · plo · der) 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, “exploder” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “exploder”
The letters in “exploder” can be rearranged to spell one other word: explored.