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How many syllables in “coupling”?

2

syllables in "coupling"

coupling
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Word details

Syllables

2

cou · pling

Letters

8

c · o · u · p · l · i · n · g

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

c3
o1
u1
p3
l1
i1
n1
g2

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About the word “coupling

The word coupling contains 2 syllables, divided as cou · pling. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "coupling" have?

"coupling" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "coupling" into syllables?

"coupling" is divided into syllables as: cou · pling.

What is the Scrabble score for "coupling"?

The Scrabble score for "coupling" is 13 points.

Using “coupling” in writing

Two-syllable words like "coupling" (cou · pling) 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, coupling is worth 13 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.

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