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