How many syllables in “keeping”?
syllables in "keeping"
Word details
Syllables
2
kee · ping
Letters
7
k · e · e · p · i · n · g
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “keeping”
The word “keeping” contains 2 syllables, divided as kee · ping. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "keeping" have?
"keeping" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "keeping" into syllables?
"keeping" is divided into syllables as: kee · ping.
What is the Scrabble score for "keeping"?
The Scrabble score for "keeping" is 14 points.
Using “keeping” in writing
Two-syllable words like "keeping" (kee · ping) 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, “keeping” is worth 14 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 “keeping”
The letters in “keeping” can be rearranged to spell one other word: peeking.