How many syllables in “earthy”?
syllables in "earthy"
Word details
Syllables
2
ear · thy
Letters
6
e · a · r · t · h · y
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “earthy”
The word “earthy” contains 2 syllables, divided as ear · thy. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "earthy" have?
"earthy" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "earthy" into syllables?
"earthy" is divided into syllables as: ear · thy.
What is the Scrabble score for "earthy"?
The Scrabble score for "earthy" is 12 points.
Using “earthy” in writing
Two-syllable words like "earthy" (ear · thy) 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, “earthy” is worth 12 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 “earthy”
The letters in “earthy” can be rearranged to spell one other word: hearty.