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How many syllables in “graining”?

2

syllables in "graining"

graining
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Word details

Syllables

2

grai · ning

Letters

8

g · r · a · i · n · i · n · g

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

g2
r1
a1
i1
n1
i1
n1
g2

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About the word “graining

The word graining contains 2 syllables, divided as grai · ning. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "graining" have?

"graining" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "graining" into syllables?

"graining" is divided into syllables as: grai · ning.

What is the Scrabble score for "graining"?

The Scrabble score for "graining" is 10 points.

Using “graining” in writing

Two-syllable words like "graining" (grai · 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, graining 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.

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