How many syllables in “pairings”?
syllables in "pairings"
Word details
Syllables
2
pai · rings
Letters
8
p · a · i · r · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “pairings”
The word “pairings” contains 2 syllables, divided as pai · rings. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pairings" have?
"pairings" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "pairings" into syllables?
"pairings" is divided into syllables as: pai · rings.
What is the Scrabble score for "pairings"?
The Scrabble score for "pairings" is 11 points.
Using “pairings” in writing
Two-syllable words like "pairings" (pai · rings) 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, “pairings” is worth 11 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 “pairings”
The letters in “pairings” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: aspiring, praising.