How many syllables in “singling”?
syllables in "singling"
Word details
Syllables
2
sin · gling
Letters
8
s · i · n · g · l · i · n · g
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “singling”
The word “singling” contains 2 syllables, divided as sin · gling. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "singling" have?
"singling" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "singling" into syllables?
"singling" is divided into syllables as: sin · gling.
What is the Scrabble score for "singling"?
The Scrabble score for "singling" is 10 points.
Using “singling” in writing
Two-syllable words like "singling" (sin · gling) 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, “singling” is worth 10 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 “singling”
The letters in “singling” can be rearranged to spell one other word: slinging.