How many syllables in “swimmings”?
syllables in "swimmings"
Word details
Syllables
2
swim · mings
Letters
9
s · w · i · m · m · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “swimmings”
The word “swimmings” contains 2 syllables, divided as swim · mings. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "swimmings" have?
"swimmings" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "swimmings" into syllables?
"swimmings" is divided into syllables as: swim · mings.
What is the Scrabble score for "swimmings"?
The Scrabble score for "swimmings" is 17 points.
Using “swimmings” in writing
Two-syllable words like "swimmings" (swim · mings) 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, “swimmings” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.