How many syllables in “expresso”?
syllables in "expresso"
Word details
Syllables
3
ex · pres · so
Letters
8
e · x · p · r · e · s · s · o
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “expresso”
The word “expresso” contains 3 syllables, divided as ex · pres · so. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "expresso" have?
"expresso" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "expresso" into syllables?
"expresso" is divided into syllables as: ex · pres · so.
What is the Scrabble score for "expresso"?
The Scrabble score for "expresso" is 17 points.
Using “expresso” in writing
Three-syllable words like "expresso" (ex · pres · so) 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, “expresso” 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.
Anagrams of “expresso”
The letters in “expresso” can be rearranged to spell one other word: exposers.