How many syllables in “drubbings”?
syllables in "drubbings"
Word details
Syllables
2
drub · bings
Letters
9
d · r · u · b · b · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “drubbings”
The word “drubbings” contains 2 syllables, divided as drub · bings. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "drubbings" have?
"drubbings" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "drubbings" into syllables?
"drubbings" is divided into syllables as: drub · bings.
What is the Scrabble score for "drubbings"?
The Scrabble score for "drubbings" is 15 points.
Using “drubbings” in writing
Two-syllable words like "drubbings" (drub · bings) 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, “drubbings” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.