How many syllables in “experimenting”?
syllables in "experimenting"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · pe · ri · men · ting
Letters
13
e · x · p · e · r · i · m · e · n · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
25
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About the word “experimenting”
The word “experimenting” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · pe · ri · men · ting. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "experimenting" have?
"experimenting" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "experimenting" into syllables?
"experimenting" is divided into syllables as: ex · pe · ri · men · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "experimenting"?
The Scrabble score for "experimenting" is 25 points.
Using “experimenting” in writing
"experimenting" (ex · pe · ri · men · ting) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “experimenting” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.