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How many syllables in “blending”?

2

syllables in "blending"

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Word details

Syllables

2

blen · ding

Letters

8

b · l · e · n · d · i · n · g

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

b3
l1
e1
n1
d2
i1
n1
g2

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About the word “blending

The word blending contains 2 syllables, divided as blen · ding. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "blending" have?

"blending" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "blending" into syllables?

"blending" is divided into syllables as: blen · ding.

What is the Scrabble score for "blending"?

The Scrabble score for "blending" is 12 points.

Using “blending” in writing

Two-syllable words like "blending" (blen · ding) 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, blending 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.

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