How many syllables in “extemporally”?
syllables in "extemporally"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · tem · po · ral · ly
Letters
12
e · x · t · e · m · p · o · r · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “extemporally”
The word “extemporally” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · tem · po · ral · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "extemporally" have?
"extemporally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "extemporally" into syllables?
"extemporally" is divided into syllables as: ex · tem · po · ral · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "extemporally"?
The Scrabble score for "extemporally" is 26 points.
Using “extemporally” in writing
"extemporally" (ex · tem · po · ral · 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, “extemporally” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.