How many syllables in “drilling”?
syllables in "drilling"
Word details
Syllables
2
dril · ling
Letters
8
d · r · i · l · l · i · n · g
Scrabble
10
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “drilling”
The word “drilling” contains 2 syllables, divided as dril · ling. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "drilling" have?
"drilling" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "drilling" into syllables?
"drilling" is divided into syllables as: dril · ling.
What is the Scrabble score for "drilling"?
The Scrabble score for "drilling" is 10 points.
Using “drilling” in writing
Two-syllable words like "drilling" (dril · 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, “drilling” is worth 10 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.