How many syllables in “syllabling”?
syllables in "syllabling"
Word details
Syllables
3
syl · la · bling
Letters
10
s · y · l · l · a · b · l · i · n · g
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “syllabling”
The word “syllabling” contains 3 syllables, divided as syl · la · bling. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "syllabling" have?
"syllabling" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "syllabling" into syllables?
"syllabling" is divided into syllables as: syl · la · bling.
What is the Scrabble score for "syllabling"?
The Scrabble score for "syllabling" is 16 points.
Using “syllabling” in writing
Three-syllable words like "syllabling" (syl · la · bling) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “syllabling” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.