How many syllables in “embarked”?
syllables in "embarked"
Word details
Syllables
2
emba · rked
Letters
8
e · m · b · a · r · k · e · d
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “embarked”
The word “embarked” contains 2 syllables, divided as emba · rked. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "embarked" have?
"embarked" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "embarked" into syllables?
"embarked" is divided into syllables as: emba · rked.
What is the Scrabble score for "embarked"?
The Scrabble score for "embarked" is 17 points.
Using “embarked” in writing
Two-syllable words like "embarked" (emba · rked) 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, “embarked” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “embarked”
The letters in “embarked” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bedmaker.