How many syllables in “strolling”?
syllables in "strolling"
Word details
Syllables
2
strol · ling
Letters
9
s · t · r · o · l · l · i · n · g
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “strolling”
The word “strolling” contains 2 syllables, divided as strol · ling. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "strolling" have?
"strolling" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "strolling" into syllables?
"strolling" is divided into syllables as: strol · ling.
What is the Scrabble score for "strolling"?
The Scrabble score for "strolling" is 10 points.
Using “strolling” in writing
Two-syllable words like "strolling" (strol · 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, “strolling” 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 “strolling”
The letters in “strolling” can be rearranged to spell one other word: trollings.