How many syllables in “blackening”?
syllables in "blackening"
Word details
Syllables
3
blac · ke · ning
Letters
10
b · l · a · c · k · e · n · i · n · g
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “blackening”
The word “blackening” contains 3 syllables, divided as blac · ke · ning. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blackening" have?
"blackening" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "blackening" into syllables?
"blackening" is divided into syllables as: blac · ke · ning.
What is the Scrabble score for "blackening"?
The Scrabble score for "blackening" is 19 points.
Using “blackening” in writing
Three-syllable words like "blackening" (blac · ke · ning) 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, “blackening” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.