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