How many syllables in “expostulation”?
syllables in "expostulation"
Word details
Syllables
5
expo · stul · atio · n
Letters
13
e · x · p · o · s · t · u · l · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “expostulation”
The word “expostulation” contains 5 syllables, divided as expo · stul · atio · n. It has 13 letters.
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How many syllables does "expostulation" have?
"expostulation" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "expostulation" into syllables?
"expostulation" is divided into syllables as: expo · stul · atio · n.
What is the Scrabble score for "expostulation"?
The Scrabble score for "expostulation" is 22 points.
Using “expostulation” in writing
"expostulation" (expo · stul · atio · n) 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, “expostulation” 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.