How many syllables in “miaowing”?
syllables in "miaowing"
Word details
Syllables
2
miao · wing
Letters
8
m · i · a · o · w · i · n · g
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “miaowing”
The word “miaowing” contains 2 syllables, divided as miao · wing. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "miaowing" have?
"miaowing" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "miaowing" into syllables?
"miaowing" is divided into syllables as: miao · wing.
What is the Scrabble score for "miaowing"?
The Scrabble score for "miaowing" is 14 points.
Using “miaowing” in writing
Two-syllable words like "miaowing" (miao · wing) 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, “miaowing” 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.