How many syllables in “dewing”?
syllables in "dewing"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · wing
Letters
6
d · e · w · i · n · g
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “dewing”
The word “dewing” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · wing. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dewing" have?
"dewing" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dewing" into syllables?
"dewing" is divided into syllables as: de · wing.
What is the Scrabble score for "dewing"?
The Scrabble score for "dewing" is 11 points.
Using “dewing” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dewing" (de · wing) 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, “dewing” is worth 11 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 “dewing”
The letters in “dewing” can be rearranged to spell one other word: winged.