How many syllables in “stealing”?
syllables in "stealing"
Word details
Syllables
2
stea · ling
Letters
8
s · t · e · a · l · i · n · g
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “stealing”
The word “stealing” contains 2 syllables, divided as stea · ling. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stealing" have?
"stealing" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "stealing" into syllables?
"stealing" is divided into syllables as: stea · ling.
What is the Scrabble score for "stealing"?
The Scrabble score for "stealing" is 9 points.
Using “stealing” in writing
Two-syllable words like "stealing" (stea · ling) 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, “stealing” is worth 9 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 “stealing”
The letters in “stealing” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: gelatins, genitals.