How many syllables in “breathings”?
syllables in "breathings"
Word details
Syllables
2
breat · hings
Letters
10
b · r · e · a · t · h · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “breathings”
The word “breathings” contains 2 syllables, divided as breat · hings. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "breathings" have?
"breathings" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "breathings" into syllables?
"breathings" is divided into syllables as: breat · hings.
What is the Scrabble score for "breathings"?
The Scrabble score for "breathings" is 16 points.
Using “breathings” in writing
Two-syllable words like "breathings" (breat · hings) 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, “breathings” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.