How many syllables in “eclipsed”?
syllables in "eclipsed"
Word details
Syllables
2
ecli · psed
Letters
8
e · c · l · i · p · s · e · d
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “eclipsed”
The word “eclipsed” contains 2 syllables, divided as ecli · psed. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "eclipsed" have?
"eclipsed" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "eclipsed" into syllables?
"eclipsed" is divided into syllables as: ecli · psed.
What is the Scrabble score for "eclipsed"?
The Scrabble score for "eclipsed" is 13 points.
Using “eclipsed” in writing
Two-syllable words like "eclipsed" (ecli · psed) 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, “eclipsed” is worth 13 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 “eclipsed”
The letters in “eclipsed” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: pedicels, pedicles.