How many syllables in “extinctions”?
syllables in "extinctions"
Word details
Syllables
3
extinc · tions
Letters
11
e · x · t · i · n · c · t · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “extinctions”
The word “extinctions” contains 3 syllables, divided as extinc · tions. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "extinctions" have?
"extinctions" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "extinctions" into syllables?
"extinctions" is divided into syllables as: extinc · tions.
What is the Scrabble score for "extinctions"?
The Scrabble score for "extinctions" is 20 points.
Using “extinctions” in writing
Three-syllable words like "extinctions" (extinc · tions) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “extinctions” 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.