How many syllables in “linking”?
syllables in "linking"
Word details
Syllables
2
lin · king
Letters
7
l · i · n · k · i · n · g
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “linking”
The word “linking” contains 2 syllables, divided as lin · king. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "linking" have?
"linking" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "linking" into syllables?
"linking" is divided into syllables as: lin · king.
What is the Scrabble score for "linking"?
The Scrabble score for "linking" is 12 points.
Using “linking” in writing
Two-syllable words like "linking" (lin · 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, “linking” is worth 12 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 “linking”
The letters in “linking” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: inkling, kilning.