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