How many syllables in “exterminations”?
syllables in "exterminations"
Word details
Syllables
5
exte · rmin · atio · ns
Letters
14
e · x · t · e · r · m · i · n · a · t · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “exterminations”
The word “exterminations” contains 5 syllables, divided as exte · rmin · atio · ns. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "exterminations" have?
"exterminations" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "exterminations" into syllables?
"exterminations" is divided into syllables as: exte · rmin · atio · ns.
What is the Scrabble score for "exterminations"?
The Scrabble score for "exterminations" is 23 points.
Using “exterminations” in writing
"exterminations" (exte · rmin · atio · ns) 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, “exterminations” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.