How many syllables in “staking”?
syllables in "staking"
Word details
Syllables
2
sta · king
Letters
7
s · t · a · k · i · n · g
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “staking”
The word “staking” contains 2 syllables, divided as sta · king. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "staking" have?
"staking" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "staking" into syllables?
"staking" is divided into syllables as: sta · king.
What is the Scrabble score for "staking"?
The Scrabble score for "staking" is 12 points.
Using “staking” in writing
Two-syllable words like "staking" (sta · king) 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, “staking” 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 “staking”
The letters in “staking” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: skating, takings, tasking.