How many syllables in “echoes”?
syllables in "echoes"
Word details
Syllables
2
ec · hoes
Letters
6
e · c · h · o · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “echoes”
The word “echoes” contains 2 syllables, divided as ec · hoes. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "echoes" have?
"echoes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "echoes" into syllables?
"echoes" is divided into syllables as: ec · hoes.
What is the Scrabble score for "echoes"?
The Scrabble score for "echoes" is 11 points.
Using “echoes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "echoes" (ec · hoes) 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, “echoes” is worth 11 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.