How many syllables in “extravagances”?
syllables in "extravagances"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · tra · va · gan · ces
Letters
13
e · x · t · r · a · v · a · g · a · n · c · e · s
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “extravagances”
The word “extravagances” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · tra · va · gan · ces. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "extravagances" have?
"extravagances" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "extravagances" into syllables?
"extravagances" is divided into syllables as: ex · tra · va · gan · ces.
What is the Scrabble score for "extravagances"?
The Scrabble score for "extravagances" is 26 points.
Using “extravagances” in writing
"extravagances" (ex · tra · va · gan · ces) 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, “extravagances” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.