How many syllables in “extramarital”?
syllables in "extramarital"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · tra · ma · ri · tal
Letters
12
e · x · t · r · a · m · a · r · i · t · a · l
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “extramarital”
The word “extramarital” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · tra · ma · ri · tal. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "extramarital" have?
"extramarital" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "extramarital" into syllables?
"extramarital" is divided into syllables as: ex · tra · ma · ri · tal.
What is the Scrabble score for "extramarital"?
The Scrabble score for "extramarital" is 21 points.
Using “extramarital” in writing
"extramarital" (ex · tra · ma · ri · tal) 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, “extramarital” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.