How many syllables in “shopping”?
syllables in "shopping"
Word details
Syllables
2
shop · ping
Letters
8
s · h · o · p · p · i · n · g
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “shopping”
The word “shopping” contains 2 syllables, divided as shop · ping. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shopping" have?
"shopping" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "shopping" into syllables?
"shopping" is divided into syllables as: shop · ping.
What is the Scrabble score for "shopping"?
The Scrabble score for "shopping" is 16 points.
Using “shopping” in writing
Two-syllable words like "shopping" (shop · ping) 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, “shopping” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “shopping”
The letters in “shopping” can be rearranged to spell one other word: hoppings.