How many syllables in “eastward”?
syllables in "eastward"
Word details
Syllables
2
eas · tward
Letters
8
e · a · s · t · w · a · r · d
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “eastward”
The word “eastward” contains 2 syllables, divided as eas · tward. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "eastward" have?
"eastward" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "eastward" into syllables?
"eastward" is divided into syllables as: eas · tward.
What is the Scrabble score for "eastward"?
The Scrabble score for "eastward" is 12 points.
Using “eastward” in writing
Two-syllable words like "eastward" (eas · tward) 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, “eastward” 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 “eastward”
The letters in “eastward” can be rearranged to spell one other word: radwaste.