How many syllables in “extemporizing”?
syllables in "extemporizing"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · tem · po · ri · zing
Letters
13
e · x · t · e · m · p · o · r · i · z · i · n · g
Scrabble
34
points
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About the word “extemporizing”
The word “extemporizing” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · tem · po · ri · zing. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "extemporizing" have?
"extemporizing" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "extemporizing" into syllables?
"extemporizing" is divided into syllables as: ex · tem · po · ri · zing.
What is the Scrabble score for "extemporizing"?
The Scrabble score for "extemporizing" is 34 points.
Using “extemporizing” in writing
"extemporizing" (ex · tem · po · ri · zing) 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, “extemporizing” is worth 34 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.