How many syllables in “esker”?
syllables in "esker"
Word details
Syllables
2
e · sker
Letters
5
e · s · k · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “esker”
The word “esker” contains 2 syllables, divided as e · sker. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "esker" have?
"esker" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "esker" into syllables?
"esker" is divided into syllables as: e · sker.
What is the Scrabble score for "esker"?
The Scrabble score for "esker" is 9 points.
Using “esker” in writing
Two-syllable words like "esker" (e · sker) 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, “esker” is worth 9 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 “esker”
The letters in “esker” can be rearranged to spell one other word: reeks.