How many syllables in “expostulates”?
syllables in "expostulates"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · po · stu · la · tes
Letters
12
e · x · p · o · s · t · u · l · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
21
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “expostulates”
The word “expostulates” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · po · stu · la · tes. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "expostulates" have?
"expostulates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "expostulates" into syllables?
"expostulates" is divided into syllables as: ex · po · stu · la · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "expostulates"?
The Scrabble score for "expostulates" is 21 points.
Using “expostulates” in writing
"expostulates" (ex · po · stu · la · tes) 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, “expostulates” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.