How many syllables in “hewing”?
syllables in "hewing"
Word details
Syllables
2
he · wing
Letters
6
h · e · w · i · n · g
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “hewing”
The word “hewing” contains 2 syllables, divided as he · wing. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hewing" have?
"hewing" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hewing" into syllables?
"hewing" is divided into syllables as: he · wing.
What is the Scrabble score for "hewing"?
The Scrabble score for "hewing" is 13 points.
Using “hewing” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hewing" (he · wing) 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, “hewing” 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.
Anagrams of “hewing”
The letters in “hewing” can be rearranged to spell one other word: whinge.