How many syllables in “exterminated”?
syllables in "exterminated"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · ter · mi · na · ted
Letters
12
e · x · t · e · r · m · i · n · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “exterminated”
The word “exterminated” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · ter · mi · na · ted. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "exterminated" have?
"exterminated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "exterminated" into syllables?
"exterminated" is divided into syllables as: ex · ter · mi · na · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "exterminated"?
The Scrabble score for "exterminated" is 22 points.
Using “exterminated” in writing
"exterminated" (ex · ter · mi · na · ted) 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, “exterminated” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.