How many syllables in “exurbanites”?
syllables in "exurbanites"
Word details
Syllables
5
e · xur · ba · ni · tes
Letters
11
e · x · u · r · b · a · n · i · t · e · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “exurbanites”
The word “exurbanites” contains 5 syllables, divided as e · xur · ba · ni · tes. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "exurbanites" have?
"exurbanites" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "exurbanites" into syllables?
"exurbanites" is divided into syllables as: e · xur · ba · ni · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "exurbanites"?
The Scrabble score for "exurbanites" is 20 points.
Using “exurbanites” in writing
"exurbanites" (e · xur · ba · ni · 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, “exurbanites” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.