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