How many syllables in “dialing”?
syllables in "dialing"
Word details
Syllables
2
dia · ling
Letters
7
d · i · a · l · i · n · g
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “dialing”
The word “dialing” contains 2 syllables, divided as dia · ling. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dialing" have?
"dialing" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dialing" into syllables?
"dialing" is divided into syllables as: dia · ling.
What is the Scrabble score for "dialing"?
The Scrabble score for "dialing" is 9 points.
Using “dialing” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dialing" (dia · ling) 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, “dialing” is worth 9 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 “dialing”
The letters in “dialing” can be rearranged to spell one other word: gliadin.