How many syllables in “lickings”?
syllables in "lickings"
Word details
Syllables
2
lic · kings
Letters
8
l · i · c · k · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “lickings”
The word “lickings” contains 2 syllables, divided as lic · kings. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lickings" have?
"lickings" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lickings" into syllables?
"lickings" is divided into syllables as: lic · kings.
What is the Scrabble score for "lickings"?
The Scrabble score for "lickings" is 15 points.
Using “lickings” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lickings" (lic · kings) 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, “lickings” 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 “lickings”
The letters in “lickings” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: sickling, slicking.