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