How many syllables in “icings”?
syllables in "icings"
Word details
Syllables
2
i · cings
Letters
6
i · c · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “icings”
The word “icings” contains 2 syllables, divided as i · cings. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "icings" have?
"icings" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "icings" into syllables?
"icings" is divided into syllables as: i · cings.
What is the Scrabble score for "icings"?
The Scrabble score for "icings" is 9 points.
Using “icings” in writing
Two-syllable words like "icings" (i · cings) 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, “icings” is worth 9 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.