How many syllables in “landings”?
syllables in "landings"
Word details
Syllables
2
lan · dings
Letters
8
l · a · n · d · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “landings”
The word “landings” contains 2 syllables, divided as lan · dings. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "landings" have?
"landings" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "landings" into syllables?
"landings" is divided into syllables as: lan · dings.
What is the Scrabble score for "landings"?
The Scrabble score for "landings" is 10 points.
Using “landings” in writing
Two-syllable words like "landings" (lan · dings) 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, “landings” is worth 10 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 “landings”
The letters in “landings” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sandling.