How many syllables in “errants”?
syllables in "errants"
Word details
Syllables
2
er · rants
Letters
7
e · r · r · a · n · t · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “errants”
The word “errants” contains 2 syllables, divided as er · rants. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "errants" have?
"errants" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "errants" into syllables?
"errants" is divided into syllables as: er · rants.
What is the Scrabble score for "errants"?
The Scrabble score for "errants" is 7 points.
Using “errants” in writing
Two-syllable words like "errants" (er · rants) 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, “errants” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “errants”
The letters in “errants” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ranters.