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How many syllables in “exposed”?

2

syllables in "exposed"

exposed
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Word details

Syllables

2

expo · sed

Letters

7

e · x · p · o · s · e · d

Scrabble

17

points

Common word

Scrabble letter values

e1
x8
p3
o1
s1
e1
d2

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About the word “exposed

The word exposed contains 2 syllables, divided as expo · sed. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "exposed" have?

"exposed" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "exposed" into syllables?

"exposed" is divided into syllables as: expo · sed.

What is the Scrabble score for "exposed"?

The Scrabble score for "exposed" is 17 points.

Using “exposed” in writing

Two-syllable words like "exposed" (expo · sed) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, exposed is worth 17 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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