How many syllables in “leading”?
syllables in "leading"
Word details
Syllables
2
lea · ding
Letters
7
l · e · a · d · i · n · g
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “leading”
The word “leading” contains 2 syllables, divided as lea · ding. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "leading" have?
"leading" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "leading" into syllables?
"leading" is divided into syllables as: lea · ding.
What is the Scrabble score for "leading"?
The Scrabble score for "leading" is 9 points.
Using “leading” in writing
Two-syllable words like "leading" (lea · ding) 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, “leading” is worth 9 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 “leading”
The letters in “leading” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: aligned, dealing.