How many syllables in “fingerings”?
syllables in "fingerings"
Word details
Syllables
3
fin · ge · rings
Letters
10
f · i · n · g · e · r · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “fingerings”
The word “fingerings” contains 3 syllables, divided as fin · ge · rings. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fingerings" have?
"fingerings" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "fingerings" into syllables?
"fingerings" is divided into syllables as: fin · ge · rings.
What is the Scrabble score for "fingerings"?
The Scrabble score for "fingerings" is 15 points.
Using “fingerings” in writing
Three-syllable words like "fingerings" (fin · ge · rings) 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, “fingerings” 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.