How many syllables in “pealing”?
syllables in "pealing"
Word details
Syllables
2
pea · ling
Letters
7
p · e · a · l · i · n · g
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “pealing”
The word “pealing” contains 2 syllables, divided as pea · ling. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pealing" have?
"pealing" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "pealing" into syllables?
"pealing" is divided into syllables as: pea · ling.
What is the Scrabble score for "pealing"?
The Scrabble score for "pealing" is 10 points.
Using “pealing” in writing
Two-syllable words like "pealing" (pea · ling) 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, “pealing” is worth 10 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 “pealing”
The letters in “pealing” can be rearranged to spell one other word: leaping.