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How many syllables in “demanding”?

3

syllables in "demanding"

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Word details

Syllables

3

de · man · ding

Letters

9

d · e · m · a · n · d · i · n · g

Scrabble

14

points

Common word

Scrabble letter values

d2
e1
m3
a1
n1
d2
i1
n1
g2

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About the word “demanding

The word demanding contains 3 syllables, divided as de · man · ding. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "demanding" have?

"demanding" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "demanding" into syllables?

"demanding" is divided into syllables as: de · man · ding.

What is the Scrabble score for "demanding"?

The Scrabble score for "demanding" is 14 points.

Using “demanding” in writing

Three-syllable words like "demanding" (de · man · ding) 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, demanding 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.

Anagrams of “demanding

The letters in demanding can be rearranged to spell one other word: maddening.

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