How many syllables in “eager”?
syllables in "eager"
Word details
Syllables
2
ea · ger
Letters
5
e · a · g · e · r
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “eager”
The word “eager” contains 2 syllables, divided as ea · ger. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "eager" have?
"eager" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "eager" into syllables?
"eager" is divided into syllables as: ea · ger.
What is the Scrabble score for "eager"?
The Scrabble score for "eager" is 6 points.
Using “eager” in writing
Two-syllable words like "eager" (ea · ger) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “eager” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “eager”
The letters in “eager” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: agree, eagre, ragee.