How many syllables in “shearings”?
syllables in "shearings"
Word details
Syllables
2
shea · rings
Letters
9
s · h · e · a · r · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “shearings”
The word “shearings” contains 2 syllables, divided as shea · rings. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shearings" have?
"shearings" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "shearings" into syllables?
"shearings" is divided into syllables as: shea · rings.
What is the Scrabble score for "shearings"?
The Scrabble score for "shearings" is 13 points.
Using “shearings” in writing
Two-syllable words like "shearings" (shea · rings) 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, “shearings” is worth 13 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 “shearings”
The letters in “shearings” can be rearranged to spell one other word: garnishes.