How many syllables in “needing”?
syllables in "needing"
Word details
Syllables
2
nee · ding
Letters
7
n · e · e · d · i · n · g
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “needing”
The word “needing” contains 2 syllables, divided as nee · ding. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "needing" have?
"needing" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "needing" into syllables?
"needing" is divided into syllables as: nee · ding.
What is the Scrabble score for "needing"?
The Scrabble score for "needing" is 9 points.
Using “needing” in writing
Two-syllable words like "needing" (nee · ding) 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, “needing” 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.
Anagrams of “needing”
The letters in “needing” can be rearranged to spell one other word: engined.