How many syllables in “pouring”?
syllables in "pouring"
Word details
Syllables
2
pou · ring
Letters
7
p · o · u · r · i · n · g
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “pouring”
The word “pouring” contains 2 syllables, divided as pou · ring. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pouring" have?
"pouring" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "pouring" into syllables?
"pouring" is divided into syllables as: pou · ring.
What is the Scrabble score for "pouring"?
The Scrabble score for "pouring" is 10 points.
Using “pouring” in writing
Two-syllable words like "pouring" (pou · ring) 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, “pouring” 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 “pouring”
The letters in “pouring” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: ingroup, rouping.