How many syllables in “exteroceptor”?
syllables in "exteroceptor"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · te · ro · cep · tor
Letters
12
e · x · t · e · r · o · c · e · p · t · o · r
Scrabble
23
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About the word “exteroceptor”
The word “exteroceptor” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · te · ro · cep · tor. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "exteroceptor" have?
"exteroceptor" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "exteroceptor" into syllables?
"exteroceptor" is divided into syllables as: ex · te · ro · cep · tor.
What is the Scrabble score for "exteroceptor"?
The Scrabble score for "exteroceptor" is 23 points.
Using “exteroceptor” in writing
"exteroceptor" (ex · te · ro · cep · tor) 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, “exteroceptor” 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.