How many syllables in “extravaganza”?
syllables in "extravaganza"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · tra · va · gan · za
Letters
12
e · x · t · r · a · v · a · g · a · n · z · a
Scrabble
32
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About the word “extravaganza”
The word “extravaganza” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · tra · va · gan · za. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "extravaganza" have?
"extravaganza" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "extravaganza" into syllables?
"extravaganza" is divided into syllables as: ex · tra · va · gan · za.
What is the Scrabble score for "extravaganza"?
The Scrabble score for "extravaganza" is 32 points.
Using “extravaganza” in writing
"extravaganza" (ex · tra · va · gan · za) 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, “extravaganza” is worth 32 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.