How many syllables in “eagle”?
syllables in "eagle"
Word details
Syllables
3
ea · gl · e
Letters
5
e · a · g · l · e
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “eagle”
The word “eagle” contains 3 syllables, divided as ea · gl · e. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "eagle" have?
"eagle" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "eagle" into syllables?
"eagle" is divided into syllables as: ea · gl · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "eagle"?
The Scrabble score for "eagle" is 6 points.
Using “eagle” in writing
Three-syllable words like "eagle" (ea · gl · e) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “eagle” 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 “eagle”
The letters in “eagle” can be rearranged to spell one other word: aglee.