How many syllables in “extravagating”?
syllables in "extravagating"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · tra · va · ga · ting
Letters
13
e · x · t · r · a · v · a · g · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
25
points
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About the word “extravagating”
The word “extravagating” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · tra · va · ga · ting. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "extravagating" have?
"extravagating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "extravagating" into syllables?
"extravagating" is divided into syllables as: ex · tra · va · ga · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "extravagating"?
The Scrabble score for "extravagating" is 25 points.
Using “extravagating” in writing
"extravagating" (ex · tra · va · ga · ting) 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, “extravagating” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.