How many syllables in “striking”?
syllables in "striking"
Word details
Syllables
2
stri · king
Letters
8
s · t · r · i · k · i · n · g
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “striking”
The word “striking” contains 2 syllables, divided as stri · king. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "striking" have?
"striking" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "striking" into syllables?
"striking" is divided into syllables as: stri · king.
What is the Scrabble score for "striking"?
The Scrabble score for "striking" is 13 points.
Using “striking” in writing
Two-syllable words like "striking" (stri · 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, “striking” is worth 13 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 “striking”
The letters in “striking” can be rearranged to spell one other word: skirting.