How many syllables in “extravagates”?
syllables in "extravagates"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · tra · va · ga · tes
Letters
12
e · x · t · r · a · v · a · g · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “extravagates”
The word “extravagates” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · tra · va · ga · tes. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "extravagates" have?
"extravagates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "extravagates" into syllables?
"extravagates" is divided into syllables as: ex · tra · va · ga · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "extravagates"?
The Scrabble score for "extravagates" is 23 points.
Using “extravagates” in writing
"extravagates" (ex · tra · va · ga · tes) 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, “extravagates” 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.