How many syllables in “exquisitely”?
syllables in "exquisitely"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · qui · si · te · ly
Letters
11
e · x · q · u · i · s · i · t · e · l · y
Scrabble
30
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About the word “exquisitely”
The word “exquisitely” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · qui · si · te · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "exquisitely" have?
"exquisitely" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "exquisitely" into syllables?
"exquisitely" is divided into syllables as: ex · qui · si · te · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "exquisitely"?
The Scrabble score for "exquisitely" is 30 points.
Using “exquisitely” in writing
"exquisitely" (ex · qui · si · te · ly) 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, “exquisitely” is worth 30 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.