How many syllables in “earthworms”?
syllables in "earthworms"
Word details
Syllables
2
ear · thworms
Letters
10
e · a · r · t · h · w · o · r · m · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “earthworms”
The word “earthworms” contains 2 syllables, divided as ear · thworms. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "earthworms" have?
"earthworms" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "earthworms" into syllables?
"earthworms" is divided into syllables as: ear · thworms.
What is the Scrabble score for "earthworms"?
The Scrabble score for "earthworms" is 18 points.
Using “earthworms” in writing
Two-syllable words like "earthworms" (ear · thworms) 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, “earthworms” is worth 18 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 “earthworms”
The letters in “earthworms” can be rearranged to spell one other word: heartworms.