How many syllables in “shootings”?
syllables in "shootings"
Word details
Syllables
2
shoo · tings
Letters
9
s · h · o · o · t · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “shootings”
The word “shootings” contains 2 syllables, divided as shoo · tings. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shootings" have?
"shootings" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "shootings" into syllables?
"shootings" is divided into syllables as: shoo · tings.
What is the Scrabble score for "shootings"?
The Scrabble score for "shootings" is 13 points.
Using “shootings” in writing
Two-syllable words like "shootings" (shoo · tings) 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, “shootings” 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.