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