How many syllables in “earthworm”?
syllables in "earthworm"
Word details
Syllables
2
ear · thworm
Letters
9
e · a · r · t · h · w · o · r · m
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “earthworm”
The word “earthworm” contains 2 syllables, divided as ear · thworm. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "earthworm" have?
"earthworm" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "earthworm" into syllables?
"earthworm" is divided into syllables as: ear · thworm.
What is the Scrabble score for "earthworm"?
The Scrabble score for "earthworm" is 17 points.
Using “earthworm” in writing
Two-syllable words like "earthworm" (ear · thworm) 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, “earthworm” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “earthworm”
The letters in “earthworm” can be rearranged to spell one other word: heartworm.