How many syllables in “expurgatorial”?
syllables in "expurgatorial"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · pur · ga · to · rial
Letters
13
e · x · p · u · r · g · a · t · o · r · i · a · l
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “expurgatorial”
The word “expurgatorial” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · pur · ga · to · rial. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "expurgatorial" have?
"expurgatorial" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "expurgatorial" into syllables?
"expurgatorial" is divided into syllables as: ex · pur · ga · to · rial.
What is the Scrabble score for "expurgatorial"?
The Scrabble score for "expurgatorial" is 23 points.
Using “expurgatorial” in writing
"expurgatorial" (ex · pur · ga · to · rial) 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, “expurgatorial” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.