How many syllables in “slowing”?
syllables in "slowing"
Word details
Syllables
2
slo · wing
Letters
7
s · l · o · w · i · n · g
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “slowing”
The word “slowing” contains 2 syllables, divided as slo · wing. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "slowing" have?
"slowing" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "slowing" into syllables?
"slowing" is divided into syllables as: slo · wing.
What is the Scrabble score for "slowing"?
The Scrabble score for "slowing" is 11 points.
Using “slowing” in writing
Two-syllable words like "slowing" (slo · wing) 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, “slowing” is worth 11 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 “slowing”
The letters in “slowing” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lowings.