How many syllables in “rustling”?
syllables in "rustling"
Word details
Syllables
2
rus · tling
Letters
8
r · u · s · t · l · i · n · g
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “rustling”
The word “rustling” contains 2 syllables, divided as rus · tling. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rustling" have?
"rustling" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rustling" into syllables?
"rustling" is divided into syllables as: rus · tling.
What is the Scrabble score for "rustling"?
The Scrabble score for "rustling" is 9 points.
Using “rustling” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rustling" (rus · tling) 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, “rustling” 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 “rustling”
The letters in “rustling” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lustring.