How many syllables in “sharing”?
syllables in "sharing"
Word details
Syllables
2
sha · ring
Letters
7
s · h · a · r · i · n · g
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “sharing”
The word “sharing” contains 2 syllables, divided as sha · ring. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sharing" have?
"sharing" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sharing" into syllables?
"sharing" is divided into syllables as: sha · ring.
What is the Scrabble score for "sharing"?
The Scrabble score for "sharing" is 11 points.
Using “sharing” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sharing" (sha · ring) 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, “sharing” is worth 11 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 “sharing”
The letters in “sharing” can be rearranged to spell one other word: garnish.