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How many syllables in “persisting”?

3

syllables in "persisting"

persisting
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Word details

Syllables

3

per · si · sting

Letters

10

p · e · r · s · i · s · t · i · n · g

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

p3
e1
r1
s1
i1
s1
t1
i1
n1
g2

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About the word “persisting

The word persisting contains 3 syllables, divided as per · si · sting. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "persisting" have?

"persisting" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "persisting" into syllables?

"persisting" is divided into syllables as: per · si · sting.

What is the Scrabble score for "persisting"?

The Scrabble score for "persisting" is 13 points.

Using “persisting” in writing

Three-syllable words like "persisting" (per · si · sting) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, persisting 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.

Anagrams of “persisting

The letters in persisting can be rearranged to spell one other word: springiest.

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