How many syllables in “knifing”?
syllables in "knifing"
Word details
Syllables
2
kni · fing
Letters
7
k · n · i · f · i · n · g
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “knifing”
The word “knifing” contains 2 syllables, divided as kni · fing. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "knifing" have?
"knifing" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "knifing" into syllables?
"knifing" is divided into syllables as: kni · fing.
What is the Scrabble score for "knifing"?
The Scrabble score for "knifing" is 15 points.
Using “knifing” in writing
Two-syllable words like "knifing" (kni · fing) 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, “knifing” 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 “knifing”
The letters in “knifing” can be rearranged to spell one other word: finking.