How many syllables in “kingpins”?
syllables in "kingpins"
Word details
Syllables
2
kin · gpins
Letters
8
k · i · n · g · p · i · n · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “kingpins”
The word “kingpins” contains 2 syllables, divided as kin · gpins. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kingpins" have?
"kingpins" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "kingpins" into syllables?
"kingpins" is divided into syllables as: kin · gpins.
What is the Scrabble score for "kingpins"?
The Scrabble score for "kingpins" is 15 points.
Using “kingpins” in writing
Two-syllable words like "kingpins" (kin · gpins) 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, “kingpins” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “kingpins”
The letters in “kingpins” can be rearranged to spell one other word: pinkings.