How many syllables in “expository”?
syllables in "expository"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · po · si · to · ry
Letters
10
e · x · p · o · s · i · t · o · r · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “expository”
The word “expository” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · po · si · to · ry. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "expository" have?
"expository" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "expository" into syllables?
"expository" is divided into syllables as: ex · po · si · to · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "expository"?
The Scrabble score for "expository" is 22 points.
Using “expository” in writing
"expository" (ex · po · si · to · ry) 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, “expository” 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.