How many syllables in “expulses”?
syllables in "expulses"
Word details
Syllables
2
expu · lses
Letters
8
e · x · p · u · l · s · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “expulses”
The word “expulses” contains 2 syllables, divided as expu · lses. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "expulses" have?
"expulses" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "expulses" into syllables?
"expulses" is divided into syllables as: expu · lses.
What is the Scrabble score for "expulses"?
The Scrabble score for "expulses" is 17 points.
Using “expulses” in writing
Two-syllable words like "expulses" (expu · lses) 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, “expulses” 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 “expulses”
The letters in “expulses” can be rearranged to spell one other word: plexuses.