How many syllables in “earthlings”?
syllables in "earthlings"
Word details
Syllables
2
ear · thlings
Letters
10
e · a · r · t · h · l · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “earthlings”
The word “earthlings” contains 2 syllables, divided as ear · thlings. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "earthlings" have?
"earthlings" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "earthlings" into syllables?
"earthlings" is divided into syllables as: ear · thlings.
What is the Scrabble score for "earthlings"?
The Scrabble score for "earthlings" is 14 points.
Using “earthlings” in writing
Two-syllable words like "earthlings" (ear · thlings) 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, “earthlings” is worth 14 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 “earthlings”
The letters in “earthlings” can be rearranged to spell one other word: slathering.