How many syllables in “earthling”?
syllables in "earthling"
Word details
Syllables
2
ear · thling
Letters
9
e · a · r · t · h · l · i · n · g
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “earthling”
The word “earthling” contains 2 syllables, divided as ear · thling. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "earthling" have?
"earthling" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "earthling" into syllables?
"earthling" is divided into syllables as: ear · thling.
What is the Scrabble score for "earthling"?
The Scrabble score for "earthling" is 13 points.
Using “earthling” in writing
Two-syllable words like "earthling" (ear · thling) 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, “earthling” is worth 13 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 “earthling”
The letters in “earthling” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: haltering, lathering.