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How many syllables in “roofing”?

2

syllables in "roofing"

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Word details

Syllables

2

roo · fing

Letters

7

r · o · o · f · i · n · g

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

r1
o1
o1
f4
i1
n1
g2

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About the word “roofing

The word roofing contains 2 syllables, divided as roo · fing. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "roofing" have?

"roofing" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "roofing" into syllables?

"roofing" is divided into syllables as: roo · fing.

What is the Scrabble score for "roofing"?

The Scrabble score for "roofing" is 11 points.

Using “roofing” in writing

Two-syllable words like "roofing" (roo · fing) 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, roofing is worth 11 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.

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