How many syllables in “northings”?
syllables in "northings"
Word details
Syllables
2
nor · things
Letters
9
n · o · r · t · h · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “northings”
The word “northings” contains 2 syllables, divided as nor · things. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "northings" have?
"northings" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "northings" into syllables?
"northings" is divided into syllables as: nor · things.
What is the Scrabble score for "northings"?
The Scrabble score for "northings" is 13 points.
Using “northings” in writing
Two-syllable words like "northings" (nor · things) 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, “northings” is worth 13 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.