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How many syllables in “dinking”?

2

syllables in "dinking"

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Word details

Syllables

2

din · king

Letters

7

d · i · n · k · i · n · g

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

d2
i1
n1
k5
i1
n1
g2

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About the word “dinking

The word dinking contains 2 syllables, divided as din · king. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "dinking" have?

"dinking" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "dinking" into syllables?

"dinking" is divided into syllables as: din · king.

What is the Scrabble score for "dinking"?

The Scrabble score for "dinking" is 13 points.

Using “dinking” in writing

Two-syllable words like "dinking" (din · king) 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, dinking 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.

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