How many syllables in “raining”?
syllables in "raining"
Word details
Syllables
2
rai · ning
Letters
7
r · a · i · n · i · n · g
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “raining”
The word “raining” contains 2 syllables, divided as rai · ning. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "raining" have?
"raining" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "raining" into syllables?
"raining" is divided into syllables as: rai · ning.
What is the Scrabble score for "raining"?
The Scrabble score for "raining" is 8 points.
Using “raining” in writing
Two-syllable words like "raining" (rai · ning) 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, “raining” is worth 8 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 “raining”
The letters in “raining” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ingrain.