How many syllables in “tackling”?
syllables in "tackling"
Word details
Syllables
2
tac · kling
Letters
8
t · a · c · k · l · i · n · g
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “tackling”
The word “tackling” contains 2 syllables, divided as tac · kling. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tackling" have?
"tackling" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tackling" into syllables?
"tackling" is divided into syllables as: tac · kling.
What is the Scrabble score for "tackling"?
The Scrabble score for "tackling" is 15 points.
Using “tackling” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tackling" (tac · kling) 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, “tackling” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “tackling”
The letters in “tackling” can be rearranged to spell one other word: talcking.