How many syllables in “skilling”?
syllables in "skilling"
Word details
Syllables
2
skil · ling
Letters
8
s · k · i · l · l · i · n · g
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “skilling”
The word “skilling” contains 2 syllables, divided as skil · ling. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "skilling" have?
"skilling" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "skilling" into syllables?
"skilling" is divided into syllables as: skil · ling.
What is the Scrabble score for "skilling"?
The Scrabble score for "skilling" is 13 points.
Using “skilling” in writing
Two-syllable words like "skilling" (skil · ling) 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, “skilling” 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 “skilling”
The letters in “skilling” can be rearranged to spell one other word: killings.