How many syllables in “makings”?
syllables in "makings"
Word details
Syllables
2
ma · kings
Letters
7
m · a · k · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “makings”
The word “makings” contains 2 syllables, divided as ma · kings. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "makings" have?
"makings" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "makings" into syllables?
"makings" is divided into syllables as: ma · kings.
What is the Scrabble score for "makings"?
The Scrabble score for "makings" is 14 points.
Using “makings” in writing
Two-syllable words like "makings" (ma · 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, “makings” is worth 14 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 “makings”
The letters in “makings” can be rearranged to spell one other word: masking.