How many syllables in “gleaning”?
syllables in "gleaning"
Word details
Syllables
2
glea · ning
Letters
8
g · l · e · a · n · i · n · g
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “gleaning”
The word “gleaning” contains 2 syllables, divided as glea · ning. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gleaning" have?
"gleaning" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gleaning" into syllables?
"gleaning" is divided into syllables as: glea · ning.
What is the Scrabble score for "gleaning"?
The Scrabble score for "gleaning" is 10 points.
Using “gleaning” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gleaning" (glea · ning) 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, “gleaning” is worth 10 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 “gleaning”
The letters in “gleaning” can be rearranged to spell one other word: angeling.