How many syllables in “risking”?
syllables in "risking"
Word details
Syllables
2
ri · sking
Letters
7
r · i · s · k · i · n · g
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “risking”
The word “risking” contains 2 syllables, divided as ri · sking. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "risking" have?
"risking" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "risking" into syllables?
"risking" is divided into syllables as: ri · sking.
What is the Scrabble score for "risking"?
The Scrabble score for "risking" is 12 points.
Using “risking” in writing
Two-syllable words like "risking" (ri · sking) 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, “risking” is worth 12 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 “risking”
The letters in “risking” can be rearranged to spell one other word: griskin.