How many syllables in “earthquake”?
syllables in "earthquake"
Word details
Syllables
2
earth · quake
Letters
10
e · a · r · t · h · q · u · a · k · e
Scrabble
26
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About the word “earthquake”
The word “earthquake” contains 2 syllables, divided as earth · quake. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "earthquake" have?
"earthquake" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "earthquake" into syllables?
"earthquake" is divided into syllables as: earth · quake.
What is the Scrabble score for "earthquake"?
The Scrabble score for "earthquake" is 26 points.
Using “earthquake” in writing
Two-syllable words like "earthquake" (earth · quake) 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, “earthquake” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.