How many syllables in “spitting”?
syllables in "spitting"
Word details
Syllables
2
spit · ting
Letters
8
s · p · i · t · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “spitting”
The word “spitting” contains 2 syllables, divided as spit · ting. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "spitting" have?
"spitting" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "spitting" into syllables?
"spitting" is divided into syllables as: spit · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "spitting"?
The Scrabble score for "spitting" is 11 points.
Using “spitting” in writing
Two-syllable words like "spitting" (spit · ting) 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, “spitting” 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 “spitting”
The letters in “spitting” can be rearranged to spell one other word: pittings.