How many syllables in “testing”?
syllables in "testing"
Word details
Syllables
2
te · sting
Letters
7
t · e · s · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “testing”
The word “testing” contains 2 syllables, divided as te · sting. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "testing" have?
"testing" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "testing" into syllables?
"testing" is divided into syllables as: te · sting.
What is the Scrabble score for "testing"?
The Scrabble score for "testing" is 8 points.
Using “testing” in writing
Two-syllable words like "testing" (te · sting) 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, “testing” is worth 8 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 “testing”
The letters in “testing” can be rearranged to spell one other word: setting.