How many syllables in “extraterrestrial”?
syllables in "extraterrestrial"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · tra · ter · re · strial
Letters
16
e · x · t · r · a · t · e · r · r · e · s · t · r · i · a · l
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “extraterrestrial”
The word “extraterrestrial” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · tra · ter · re · strial. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "extraterrestrial" have?
"extraterrestrial" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "extraterrestrial" into syllables?
"extraterrestrial" is divided into syllables as: ex · tra · ter · re · strial.
What is the Scrabble score for "extraterrestrial"?
The Scrabble score for "extraterrestrial" is 23 points.
Using “extraterrestrial” in writing
"extraterrestrial" (ex · tra · ter · re · strial) 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, “extraterrestrial” 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.