How many syllables in “dealings”?
syllables in "dealings"
Word details
Syllables
2
dea · lings
Letters
8
d · e · a · l · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “dealings”
The word “dealings” contains 2 syllables, divided as dea · lings. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dealings" have?
"dealings" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dealings" into syllables?
"dealings" is divided into syllables as: dea · lings.
What is the Scrabble score for "dealings"?
The Scrabble score for "dealings" is 10 points.
Using “dealings” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dealings" (dea · lings) 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, “dealings” is worth 10 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 “dealings”
The letters in “dealings” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: leadings, signaled.