How many syllables in “clingy”?
syllables in "clingy"
Word details
Syllables
2
clin · gy
Letters
6
c · l · i · n · g · y
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “clingy”
The word “clingy” contains 2 syllables, divided as clin · gy. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "clingy" have?
"clingy" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "clingy" into syllables?
"clingy" is divided into syllables as: clin · gy.
What is the Scrabble score for "clingy"?
The Scrabble score for "clingy" is 12 points.
Using “clingy” in writing
Two-syllable words like "clingy" (clin · gy) 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, “clingy” 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 “clingy”
The letters in “clingy” can be rearranged to spell one other word: glycin.