How many syllables in “despising”?
syllables in "despising"
Word details
Syllables
3
de · spi · sing
Letters
9
d · e · s · p · i · s · i · n · g
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “despising”
The word “despising” contains 3 syllables, divided as de · spi · sing. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "despising" have?
"despising" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "despising" into syllables?
"despising" is divided into syllables as: de · spi · sing.
What is the Scrabble score for "despising"?
The Scrabble score for "despising" is 13 points.
Using “despising” in writing
Three-syllable words like "despising" (de · spi · sing) 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, “despising” 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.