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How many syllables in “toppling”?

2

syllables in "toppling"

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Word details

Syllables

2

top · pling

Letters

8

t · o · p · p · l · i · n · g

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

t1
o1
p3
p3
l1
i1
n1
g2

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About the word “toppling

The word toppling contains 2 syllables, divided as top · pling. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "toppling" have?

"toppling" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "toppling" into syllables?

"toppling" is divided into syllables as: top · pling.

What is the Scrabble score for "toppling"?

The Scrabble score for "toppling" is 13 points.

Using “toppling” in writing

Two-syllable words like "toppling" (top · pling) 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, toppling 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.

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