How many syllables in “stealings”?
syllables in "stealings"
Word details
Syllables
2
stea · lings
Letters
9
s · t · e · a · l · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “stealings”
The word “stealings” contains 2 syllables, divided as stea · lings. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stealings" have?
"stealings" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "stealings" into syllables?
"stealings" is divided into syllables as: stea · lings.
What is the Scrabble score for "stealings"?
The Scrabble score for "stealings" is 10 points.
Using “stealings” in writing
Two-syllable words like "stealings" (stea · lings) 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, “stealings” is worth 10 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 “stealings”
The letters in “stealings” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: slangiest, tasseling.