How many syllables in “extra”?
syllables in "extra"
Word details
Syllables
2
ex · tra
Letters
5
e · x · t · r · a
Scrabble
12
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “extra”
The word “extra” contains 2 syllables, divided as ex · tra. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "extra" have?
"extra" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "extra" into syllables?
"extra" is divided into syllables as: ex · tra.
What is the Scrabble score for "extra"?
The Scrabble score for "extra" is 12 points.
Using “extra” in writing
Two-syllable words like "extra" (ex · tra) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “extra” is worth 12 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “extra”
The letters in “extra” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: retax, taxer.