How many syllables in “breeding”?
syllables in "breeding"
Word details
Syllables
2
bree · ding
Letters
8
b · r · e · e · d · i · n · g
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “breeding”
The word “breeding” contains 2 syllables, divided as bree · ding. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "breeding" have?
"breeding" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "breeding" into syllables?
"breeding" is divided into syllables as: bree · ding.
What is the Scrabble score for "breeding"?
The Scrabble score for "breeding" is 12 points.
Using “breeding” in writing
Two-syllable words like "breeding" (bree · 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, “breeding” 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.
Anagrams of “breeding”
The letters in “breeding” can be rearranged to spell one other word: beringed.