How many syllables in “extravagancy”?
syllables in "extravagancy"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · tra · va · gan · cy
Letters
12
e · x · t · r · a · v · a · g · a · n · c · y
Scrabble
28
points
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About the word “extravagancy”
The word “extravagancy” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · tra · va · gan · cy. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "extravagancy" have?
"extravagancy" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "extravagancy" into syllables?
"extravagancy" is divided into syllables as: ex · tra · va · gan · cy.
What is the Scrabble score for "extravagancy"?
The Scrabble score for "extravagancy" is 28 points.
Using “extravagancy” in writing
"extravagancy" (ex · tra · va · gan · cy) 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, “extravagancy” is worth 28 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.