How many syllables in “pickaxing”?
syllables in "pickaxing"
Word details
Syllables
3
pic · ka · xing
Letters
9
p · i · c · k · a · x · i · n · g
Scrabble
25
points
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About the word “pickaxing”
The word “pickaxing” contains 3 syllables, divided as pic · ka · xing. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pickaxing" have?
"pickaxing" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "pickaxing" into syllables?
"pickaxing" is divided into syllables as: pic · ka · xing.
What is the Scrabble score for "pickaxing"?
The Scrabble score for "pickaxing" is 25 points.
Using “pickaxing” in writing
Three-syllable words like "pickaxing" (pic · ka · xing) 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, “pickaxing” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.