How many syllables in “eyeball”?
syllables in "eyeball"
Word details
Syllables
2
eye · ball
Letters
7
e · y · e · b · a · l · l
Scrabble
12
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “eyeball”
The word “eyeball” contains 2 syllables, divided as eye · ball. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "eyeball" have?
"eyeball" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "eyeball" into syllables?
"eyeball" is divided into syllables as: eye · ball.
What is the Scrabble score for "eyeball"?
The Scrabble score for "eyeball" is 12 points.
Using “eyeball” in writing
Two-syllable words like "eyeball" (eye · ball) 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, “eyeball” is worth 12 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.