How many syllables in “expecting”?
syllables in "expecting"
Word details
Syllables
3
ex · pec · ting
Letters
9
e · x · p · e · c · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “expecting”
The word “expecting” contains 3 syllables, divided as ex · pec · ting. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "expecting" have?
"expecting" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "expecting" into syllables?
"expecting" is divided into syllables as: ex · pec · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "expecting"?
The Scrabble score for "expecting" is 21 points.
Using “expecting” in writing
Three-syllable words like "expecting" (ex · pec · ting) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “expecting” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “expecting”
The letters in “expecting” can be rearranged to spell one other word: excepting.