How many syllables in “stumbling”?
syllables in "stumbling"
Word details
Syllables
2
stum · bling
Letters
9
s · t · u · m · b · l · i · n · g
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “stumbling”
The word “stumbling” contains 2 syllables, divided as stum · bling. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stumbling" have?
"stumbling" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "stumbling" into syllables?
"stumbling" is divided into syllables as: stum · bling.
What is the Scrabble score for "stumbling"?
The Scrabble score for "stumbling" is 14 points.
Using “stumbling” in writing
Two-syllable words like "stumbling" (stum · bling) 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, “stumbling” is worth 14 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 “stumbling”
The letters in “stumbling” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tumblings.