How many syllables in “farming”?
syllables in "farming"
Word details
Syllables
2
far · ming
Letters
7
f · a · r · m · i · n · g
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “farming”
The word “farming” contains 2 syllables, divided as far · ming. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "farming" have?
"farming" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "farming" into syllables?
"farming" is divided into syllables as: far · ming.
What is the Scrabble score for "farming"?
The Scrabble score for "farming" is 13 points.
Using “farming” in writing
Two-syllable words like "farming" (far · ming) 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, “farming” is worth 13 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 “farming”
The letters in “farming” can be rearranged to spell one other word: framing.