How many syllables in “living”?
syllables in "living"
Word details
Syllables
2
li · ving
Letters
6
l · i · v · i · n · g
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “living”
The word “living” contains 2 syllables, divided as li · ving. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "living" have?
"living" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "living" into syllables?
"living" is divided into syllables as: li · ving.
What is the Scrabble score for "living"?
The Scrabble score for "living" is 10 points.
Using “living” in writing
Two-syllable words like "living" (li · ving) 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, “living” 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.