How many syllables in “scowling”?
syllables in "scowling"
Word details
Syllables
2
scow · ling
Letters
8
s · c · o · w · l · i · n · g
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “scowling”
The word “scowling” contains 2 syllables, divided as scow · ling. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "scowling" have?
"scowling" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "scowling" into syllables?
"scowling" is divided into syllables as: scow · ling.
What is the Scrabble score for "scowling"?
The Scrabble score for "scowling" is 14 points.
Using “scowling” in writing
Two-syllable words like "scowling" (scow · ling) 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, “scowling” is worth 14 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 “scowling”
The letters in “scowling” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cowlings.