How many syllables in “blossoming”?
syllables in "blossoming"
Word details
Syllables
3
blos · so · ming
Letters
10
b · l · o · s · s · o · m · i · n · g
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “blossoming”
The word “blossoming” contains 3 syllables, divided as blos · so · ming. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blossoming" have?
"blossoming" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "blossoming" into syllables?
"blossoming" is divided into syllables as: blos · so · ming.
What is the Scrabble score for "blossoming"?
The Scrabble score for "blossoming" is 15 points.
Using “blossoming” in writing
Three-syllable words like "blossoming" (blos · so · ming) 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, “blossoming” 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.