How many syllables in “meting”?
syllables in "meting"
Word details
Syllables
2
me · ting
Letters
6
m · e · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “meting”
The word “meting” contains 2 syllables, divided as me · ting. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "meting" have?
"meting" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "meting" into syllables?
"meting" is divided into syllables as: me · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "meting"?
The Scrabble score for "meting" is 9 points.
Using “meting” in writing
Two-syllable words like "meting" (me · 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, “meting” is worth 9 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.