How many syllables in “ending”?
syllables in "ending"
Word details
Syllables
2
en · ding
Letters
6
e · n · d · i · n · g
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “ending”
The word “ending” contains 2 syllables, divided as en · ding. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ending" have?
"ending" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ending" into syllables?
"ending" is divided into syllables as: en · ding.
What is the Scrabble score for "ending"?
The Scrabble score for "ending" is 8 points.
Using “ending” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ending" (en · ding) 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, “ending” is worth 8 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.
Anagrams of “ending”
The letters in “ending” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ginned.