How many syllables in “abasing”?
syllables in "abasing"
Word details
Syllables
3
a · ba · sing
Letters
7
a · b · a · s · i · n · g
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “abasing”
The word “abasing” contains 3 syllables, divided as a · ba · sing. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "abasing" have?
"abasing" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "abasing" into syllables?
"abasing" is divided into syllables as: a · ba · sing.
What is the Scrabble score for "abasing"?
The Scrabble score for "abasing" is 10 points.
Using “abasing” in writing
Three-syllable words like "abasing" (a · ba · sing) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “abasing” 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 “abasing”
The letters in “abasing” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bisnaga.