How many syllables in “extralegally”?
syllables in "extralegally"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · tra · le · gal · ly
Letters
12
e · x · t · r · a · l · e · g · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “extralegally”
The word “extralegally” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · tra · le · gal · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "extralegally" have?
"extralegally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "extralegally" into syllables?
"extralegally" is divided into syllables as: ex · tra · le · gal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "extralegally"?
The Scrabble score for "extralegally" is 23 points.
Using “extralegally” in writing
"extralegally" (ex · tra · le · gal · ly) 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, “extralegally” 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.