How many syllables in “collecting”?
syllables in "collecting"
Word details
Syllables
3
col · lec · ting
Letters
10
c · o · l · l · e · c · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “collecting”
The word “collecting” contains 3 syllables, divided as col · lec · ting. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "collecting" have?
"collecting" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "collecting" into syllables?
"collecting" is divided into syllables as: col · lec · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "collecting"?
The Scrabble score for "collecting" is 15 points.
Using “collecting” in writing
Three-syllable words like "collecting" (col · lec · ting) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “collecting” 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.