How many syllables in “extortionary”?
syllables in "extortionary"
Word details
Syllables
5
ext · ort · ion · ary
Letters
12
e · x · t · o · r · t · i · o · n · a · r · y
Scrabble
22
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About the word “extortionary”
The word “extortionary” contains 5 syllables, divided as ext · ort · ion · ary. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "extortionary" have?
"extortionary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "extortionary" into syllables?
"extortionary" is divided into syllables as: ext · ort · ion · ary.
What is the Scrabble score for "extortionary"?
The Scrabble score for "extortionary" is 22 points.
Using “extortionary” in writing
"extortionary" (ext · ort · ion · ary) 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, “extortionary” 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.