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How many syllables in “doodling”?

2

syllables in "doodling"

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Word details

Syllables

2

dood · ling

Letters

8

d · o · o · d · l · i · n · g

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

d2
o1
o1
d2
l1
i1
n1
g2

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About the word “doodling

The word doodling contains 2 syllables, divided as dood · ling. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "doodling" have?

"doodling" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "doodling" into syllables?

"doodling" is divided into syllables as: dood · ling.

What is the Scrabble score for "doodling"?

The Scrabble score for "doodling" is 11 points.

Using “doodling” in writing

Two-syllable words like "doodling" (dood · 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, doodling 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.

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