How many syllables in “sending”?
syllables in "sending"
Word details
Syllables
2
sen · ding
Letters
7
s · e · n · d · i · n · g
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “sending”
The word “sending” contains 2 syllables, divided as sen · ding. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sending" have?
"sending" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sending" into syllables?
"sending" is divided into syllables as: sen · ding.
What is the Scrabble score for "sending"?
The Scrabble score for "sending" is 9 points.
Using “sending” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sending" (sen · ding) 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, “sending” 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 “sending”
The letters in “sending” can be rearranged to spell one other word: endings.