How many syllables in “highlighting”?
syllables in "highlighting"
Word details
Syllables
3
hig · hlig · hting
Letters
12
h · i · g · h · l · i · g · h · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “highlighting”
The word “highlighting” contains 3 syllables, divided as hig · hlig · hting. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "highlighting" have?
"highlighting" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "highlighting" into syllables?
"highlighting" is divided into syllables as: hig · hlig · hting.
What is the Scrabble score for "highlighting"?
The Scrabble score for "highlighting" is 24 points.
Using “highlighting” in writing
Three-syllable words like "highlighting" (hig · hlig · hting) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “highlighting” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.