How many syllables in “matings”?
syllables in "matings"
Word details
Syllables
2
ma · tings
Letters
7
m · a · t · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “matings”
The word “matings” contains 2 syllables, divided as ma · tings. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "matings" have?
"matings" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "matings" into syllables?
"matings" is divided into syllables as: ma · tings.
What is the Scrabble score for "matings"?
The Scrabble score for "matings" is 10 points.
Using “matings” in writing
Two-syllable words like "matings" (ma · tings) 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, “matings” 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 “matings”
The letters in “matings” can be rearranged to spell one other word: masting.