How many syllables in “eggshells”?
syllables in "eggshells"
Word details
Syllables
2
eg · gshells
Letters
9
e · g · g · s · h · e · l · l · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “eggshells”
The word “eggshells” contains 2 syllables, divided as eg · gshells. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "eggshells" have?
"eggshells" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "eggshells" into syllables?
"eggshells" is divided into syllables as: eg · gshells.
What is the Scrabble score for "eggshells"?
The Scrabble score for "eggshells" is 14 points.
Using “eggshells” in writing
Two-syllable words like "eggshells" (eg · gshells) 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, “eggshells” is worth 14 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.