How many syllables in “exterritorial”?
syllables in "exterritorial"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · ter · ri · to · rial
Letters
13
e · x · t · e · r · r · i · t · o · r · i · a · l
Scrabble
20
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About the word “exterritorial”
The word “exterritorial” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · ter · ri · to · rial. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "exterritorial" have?
"exterritorial" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "exterritorial" into syllables?
"exterritorial" is divided into syllables as: ex · ter · ri · to · rial.
What is the Scrabble score for "exterritorial"?
The Scrabble score for "exterritorial" is 20 points.
Using “exterritorial” in writing
"exterritorial" (ex · ter · ri · to · rial) 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, “exterritorial” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.