How many syllables in “braking”?
syllables in "braking"
Word details
Syllables
2
bra · king
Letters
7
b · r · a · k · i · n · g
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “braking”
The word “braking” contains 2 syllables, divided as bra · king. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "braking" have?
"braking" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "braking" into syllables?
"braking" is divided into syllables as: bra · king.
What is the Scrabble score for "braking"?
The Scrabble score for "braking" is 14 points.
Using “braking” in writing
Two-syllable words like "braking" (bra · king) 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, “braking” is worth 14 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 “braking”
The letters in “braking” can be rearranged to spell one other word: barking.