How many syllables in “gonging”?
syllables in "gonging"
Word details
Syllables
2
gon · ging
Letters
7
g · o · n · g · i · n · g
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “gonging”
The word “gonging” contains 2 syllables, divided as gon · ging. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gonging" have?
"gonging" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gonging" into syllables?
"gonging" is divided into syllables as: gon · ging.
What is the Scrabble score for "gonging"?
The Scrabble score for "gonging" is 10 points.
Using “gonging” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gonging" (gon · 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, “gonging” 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 “gonging”
The letters in “gonging” can be rearranged to spell one other word: nogging.