How many syllables in “early”?
syllables in "early"
Word details
Syllables
2
ear · ly
Letters
5
e · a · r · l · y
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “early”
The word “early” contains 2 syllables, divided as ear · ly. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "early" have?
"early" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "early" into syllables?
"early" is divided into syllables as: ear · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "early"?
The Scrabble score for "early" is 8 points.
Using “early” in writing
Two-syllable words like "early" (ear · ly) 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, “early” is worth 8 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “early”
The letters in “early” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: layer, leary, relay.