How many syllables in “sweeping”?
syllables in "sweeping"
Word details
Syllables
2
swee · ping
Letters
8
s · w · e · e · p · i · n · g
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “sweeping”
The word “sweeping” contains 2 syllables, divided as swee · ping. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sweeping" have?
"sweeping" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sweeping" into syllables?
"sweeping" is divided into syllables as: swee · ping.
What is the Scrabble score for "sweeping"?
The Scrabble score for "sweeping" is 14 points.
Using “sweeping” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sweeping" (swee · ping) 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, “sweeping” 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 “sweeping”
The letters in “sweeping” can be rearranged to spell one other word: weepings.