How many syllables in “drizzling”?
syllables in "drizzling"
Word details
Syllables
2
driz · zling
Letters
9
d · r · i · z · z · l · i · n · g
Scrabble
29
points
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About the word “drizzling”
The word “drizzling” contains 2 syllables, divided as driz · zling. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "drizzling" have?
"drizzling" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "drizzling" into syllables?
"drizzling" is divided into syllables as: driz · zling.
What is the Scrabble score for "drizzling"?
The Scrabble score for "drizzling" is 29 points.
Using “drizzling” in writing
Two-syllable words like "drizzling" (driz · zling) 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, “drizzling” is worth 29 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.