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How many syllables in “fringing”?

2

syllables in "fringing"

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Word details

Syllables

2

frin · ging

Letters

8

f · r · i · n · g · i · n · g

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

f4
r1
i1
n1
g2
i1
n1
g2

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About the word “fringing

The word fringing contains 2 syllables, divided as frin · ging. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "fringing" have?

"fringing" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "fringing" into syllables?

"fringing" is divided into syllables as: frin · ging.

What is the Scrabble score for "fringing"?

The Scrabble score for "fringing" is 13 points.

Using “fringing” in writing

Two-syllable words like "fringing" (frin · ging) 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, fringing 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.

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