How many syllables in “extrinsically”?
syllables in "extrinsically"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · trin · si · cal · ly
Letters
13
e · x · t · r · i · n · s · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
25
points
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About the word “extrinsically”
The word “extrinsically” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · trin · si · cal · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "extrinsically" have?
"extrinsically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "extrinsically" into syllables?
"extrinsically" is divided into syllables as: ex · trin · si · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "extrinsically"?
The Scrabble score for "extrinsically" is 25 points.
Using “extrinsically” in writing
"extrinsically" (ex · trin · si · cal · ly) 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, “extrinsically” 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.