How many syllables in “shammying”?
syllables in "shammying"
Word details
Syllables
2
sham · mying
Letters
9
s · h · a · m · m · y · i · n · g
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “shammying”
The word “shammying” contains 2 syllables, divided as sham · mying. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shammying" have?
"shammying" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "shammying" into syllables?
"shammying" is divided into syllables as: sham · mying.
What is the Scrabble score for "shammying"?
The Scrabble score for "shammying" is 20 points.
Using “shammying” in writing
Two-syllable words like "shammying" (sham · mying) 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, “shammying” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.