How many syllables in “exsertion”?
syllables in "exsertion"
Word details
Syllables
3
exser · tion
Letters
9
e · x · s · e · r · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “exsertion”
The word “exsertion” contains 3 syllables, divided as exser · tion. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "exsertion" have?
"exsertion" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "exsertion" into syllables?
"exsertion" is divided into syllables as: exser · tion.
What is the Scrabble score for "exsertion"?
The Scrabble score for "exsertion" is 16 points.
Using “exsertion” in writing
Three-syllable words like "exsertion" (exser · tion) 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, “exsertion” is worth 16 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 “exsertion”
The letters in “exsertion” can be rearranged to spell one other word: exertions.