How many syllables in “singing”?
syllables in "singing"
Word details
Syllables
2
sin · ging
Letters
7
s · i · n · g · i · n · g
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “singing”
The word “singing” contains 2 syllables, divided as sin · ging. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "singing" have?
"singing" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "singing" into syllables?
"singing" is divided into syllables as: sin · ging.
What is the Scrabble score for "singing"?
The Scrabble score for "singing" is 9 points.
Using “singing” in writing
Two-syllable words like "singing" (sin · ging) 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, “singing” is worth 9 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 “singing”
The letters in “singing” can be rearranged to spell one other word: signing.