How many syllables in “steering”?
syllables in "steering"
Word details
Syllables
2
stee · ring
Letters
8
s · t · e · e · r · i · n · g
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “steering”
The word “steering” contains 2 syllables, divided as stee · ring. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "steering" have?
"steering" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "steering" into syllables?
"steering" is divided into syllables as: stee · ring.
What is the Scrabble score for "steering"?
The Scrabble score for "steering" is 9 points.
Using “steering” in writing
Two-syllable words like "steering" (stee · ring) 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, “steering” 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 “steering”
The letters in “steering” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: gentries, integers, reesting.