How many syllables in “breathing”?
syllables in "breathing"
Word details
Syllables
2
breat · hing
Letters
9
b · r · e · a · t · h · i · n · g
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “breathing”
The word “breathing” contains 2 syllables, divided as breat · hing. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "breathing" have?
"breathing" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "breathing" into syllables?
"breathing" is divided into syllables as: breat · hing.
What is the Scrabble score for "breathing"?
The Scrabble score for "breathing" is 15 points.
Using “breathing” in writing
Two-syllable words like "breathing" (breat · hing) 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, “breathing” 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.