How many syllables in “exterminators”?
syllables in "exterminators"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · ter · mi · na · tors
Letters
13
e · x · t · e · r · m · i · n · a · t · o · r · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “exterminators”
The word “exterminators” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · ter · mi · na · tors. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "exterminators" have?
"exterminators" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "exterminators" into syllables?
"exterminators" is divided into syllables as: ex · ter · mi · na · tors.
What is the Scrabble score for "exterminators"?
The Scrabble score for "exterminators" is 22 points.
Using “exterminators” in writing
"exterminators" (ex · ter · mi · na · tors) 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, “exterminators” 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.