How many syllables in “talkings”?
syllables in "talkings"
Word details
Syllables
2
tal · kings
Letters
8
t · a · l · k · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “talkings”
The word “talkings” contains 2 syllables, divided as tal · kings. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "talkings" have?
"talkings" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "talkings" into syllables?
"talkings" is divided into syllables as: tal · kings.
What is the Scrabble score for "talkings"?
The Scrabble score for "talkings" is 13 points.
Using “talkings” in writing
Two-syllable words like "talkings" (tal · kings) 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, “talkings” is worth 13 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 “talkings”
The letters in “talkings” can be rearranged to spell one other word: stalking.