How many syllables in “babbling”?
syllables in "babbling"
Word details
Syllables
2
bab · bling
Letters
8
b · a · b · b · l · i · n · g
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “babbling”
The word “babbling” contains 2 syllables, divided as bab · bling. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "babbling" have?
"babbling" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "babbling" into syllables?
"babbling" is divided into syllables as: bab · bling.
What is the Scrabble score for "babbling"?
The Scrabble score for "babbling" is 15 points.
Using “babbling” in writing
Two-syllable words like "babbling" (bab · bling) 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, “babbling” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “babbling”
The letters in “babbling” can be rearranged to spell one other word: blabbing.