How many syllables in “flooding”?
syllables in "flooding"
Word details
Syllables
2
floo · ding
Letters
8
f · l · o · o · d · i · n · g
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “flooding”
The word “flooding” contains 2 syllables, divided as floo · ding. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flooding" have?
"flooding" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "flooding" into syllables?
"flooding" is divided into syllables as: floo · ding.
What is the Scrabble score for "flooding"?
The Scrabble score for "flooding" is 13 points.
Using “flooding” in writing
Two-syllable words like "flooding" (floo · 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, “flooding” 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.