How many syllables in “clocking”?
syllables in "clocking"
Word details
Syllables
2
cloc · king
Letters
8
c · l · o · c · k · i · n · g
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “clocking”
The word “clocking” contains 2 syllables, divided as cloc · king. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "clocking" have?
"clocking" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "clocking" into syllables?
"clocking" is divided into syllables as: cloc · king.
What is the Scrabble score for "clocking"?
The Scrabble score for "clocking" is 17 points.
Using “clocking” in writing
Two-syllable words like "clocking" (cloc · 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, “clocking” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “clocking”
The letters in “clocking” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cockling.