How many syllables in “questioning”?
syllables in "questioning"
Word details
Syllables
3
questi · oning
Letters
11
q · u · e · s · t · i · o · n · i · n · g
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “questioning”
The word “questioning” contains 3 syllables, divided as questi · oning. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "questioning" have?
"questioning" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "questioning" into syllables?
"questioning" is divided into syllables as: questi · oning.
What is the Scrabble score for "questioning"?
The Scrabble score for "questioning" is 21 points.
Using “questioning” in writing
Three-syllable words like "questioning" (questi · oning) 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, “questioning” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.