How many syllables in “sojourning”?
syllables in "sojourning"
Word details
Syllables
3
so · jour · ning
Letters
10
s · o · j · o · u · r · n · i · n · g
Scrabble
18
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About the word “sojourning”
The word “sojourning” contains 3 syllables, divided as so · jour · ning. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sojourning" have?
"sojourning" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sojourning" into syllables?
"sojourning" is divided into syllables as: so · jour · ning.
What is the Scrabble score for "sojourning"?
The Scrabble score for "sojourning" is 18 points.
Using “sojourning” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sojourning" (so · jour · ning) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “sojourning” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.