How many syllables in “couplings”?
syllables in "couplings"
Word details
Syllables
2
cou · plings
Letters
9
c · o · u · p · l · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “couplings”
The word “couplings” contains 2 syllables, divided as cou · plings. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "couplings" have?
"couplings" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "couplings" into syllables?
"couplings" is divided into syllables as: cou · plings.
What is the Scrabble score for "couplings"?
The Scrabble score for "couplings" is 14 points.
Using “couplings” in writing
Two-syllable words like "couplings" (cou · plings) 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, “couplings” is worth 14 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.