How many syllables in “sprinting”?
syllables in "sprinting"
Word details
Syllables
2
sprin · ting
Letters
9
s · p · r · i · n · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “sprinting”
The word “sprinting” contains 2 syllables, divided as sprin · ting. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sprinting" have?
"sprinting" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sprinting" into syllables?
"sprinting" is divided into syllables as: sprin · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "sprinting"?
The Scrabble score for "sprinting" is 12 points.
Using “sprinting” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sprinting" (sprin · 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, “sprinting” is worth 12 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 “sprinting”
The letters in “sprinting” can be rearranged to spell one other word: printings.