How many syllables in “escape”?
syllables in "escape"
Word details
Syllables
2
esc · ape
Letters
6
e · s · c · a · p · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “escape”
The word “escape” contains 2 syllables, divided as esc · ape. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "escape" have?
"escape" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "escape" into syllables?
"escape" is divided into syllables as: esc · ape.
What is the Scrabble score for "escape"?
The Scrabble score for "escape" is 10 points.
Using “escape” in writing
Two-syllable words like "escape" (esc · ape) 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, “escape” is worth 10 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 “escape”
The letters in “escape” can be rearranged to spell one other word: peaces.