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