How many syllables in “earshots”?
syllables in "earshots"
Word details
Syllables
2
ear · shots
Letters
8
e · a · r · s · h · o · t · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “earshots”
The word “earshots” contains 2 syllables, divided as ear · shots. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "earshots" have?
"earshots" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "earshots" into syllables?
"earshots" is divided into syllables as: ear · shots.
What is the Scrabble score for "earshots"?
The Scrabble score for "earshots" is 11 points.
Using “earshots” in writing
Two-syllable words like "earshots" (ear · shots) 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, “earshots” is worth 11 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 “earshots”
The letters in “earshots” can be rearranged to spell one other word: hoarsest.