How many syllables in “kissing”?
syllables in "kissing"
Word details
Syllables
2
kis · sing
Letters
7
k · i · s · s · i · n · g
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “kissing”
The word “kissing” contains 2 syllables, divided as kis · sing. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kissing" have?
"kissing" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "kissing" into syllables?
"kissing" is divided into syllables as: kis · sing.
What is the Scrabble score for "kissing"?
The Scrabble score for "kissing" is 12 points.
Using “kissing” in writing
Two-syllable words like "kissing" (kis · sing) 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, “kissing” is worth 12 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 “kissing”
The letters in “kissing” can be rearranged to spell one other word: skiings.