How many syllables in “quickening”?
syllables in "quickening"
Word details
Syllables
3
quic · ke · ning
Letters
10
q · u · i · c · k · e · n · i · n · g
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “quickening”
The word “quickening” contains 3 syllables, divided as quic · ke · ning. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "quickening" have?
"quickening" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "quickening" into syllables?
"quickening" is divided into syllables as: quic · ke · ning.
What is the Scrabble score for "quickening"?
The Scrabble score for "quickening" is 26 points.
Using “quickening” in writing
Three-syllable words like "quickening" (quic · ke · ning) 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, “quickening” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.