How many syllables in “earring”?
syllables in "earring"
Word details
Syllables
2
ear · ring
Letters
7
e · a · r · r · i · n · g
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “earring”
The word “earring” contains 2 syllables, divided as ear · ring. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "earring" have?
"earring" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "earring" into syllables?
"earring" is divided into syllables as: ear · ring.
What is the Scrabble score for "earring"?
The Scrabble score for "earring" is 8 points.
Using “earring” in writing
Two-syllable words like "earring" (ear · ring) 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, “earring” 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 “earring”
The letters in “earring” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: angrier, grainer, rangier, rearing.