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How many syllables in “unearths”?

2

syllables in "unearths"

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Word details

Syllables

2

u · nearths

Letters

8

u · n · e · a · r · t · h · s

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

u1
n1
e1
a1
r1
t1
h4
s1

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About the word “unearths

The word unearths contains 2 syllables, divided as u · nearths. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "unearths" have?

"unearths" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "unearths" into syllables?

"unearths" is divided into syllables as: u · nearths.

What is the Scrabble score for "unearths"?

The Scrabble score for "unearths" is 11 points.

Using “unearths” in writing

Two-syllable words like "unearths" (u · nearths) 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, unearths is worth 11 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 “unearths

The letters in unearths can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: haunters, urethans.

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