How many syllables in “rending”?
syllables in "rending"
Word details
Syllables
2
ren · ding
Letters
7
r · e · n · d · i · n · g
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “rending”
The word “rending” contains 2 syllables, divided as ren · ding. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rending" have?
"rending" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rending" into syllables?
"rending" is divided into syllables as: ren · ding.
What is the Scrabble score for "rending"?
The Scrabble score for "rending" is 9 points.
Using “rending” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rending" (ren · ding) 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, “rending” is worth 9 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 “rending”
The letters in “rending” can be rearranged to spell one other word: grinned.