How many syllables in “equips”?
syllables in "equips"
Word details
Syllables
2
e · quips
Letters
6
e · q · u · i · p · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “equips”
The word “equips” contains 2 syllables, divided as e · quips. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "equips" have?
"equips" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "equips" into syllables?
"equips" is divided into syllables as: e · quips.
What is the Scrabble score for "equips"?
The Scrabble score for "equips" is 17 points.
Using “equips” in writing
Two-syllable words like "equips" (e · quips) 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, “equips” 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 “equips”
The letters in “equips” can be rearranged to spell one other word: piques.