How many syllables in “veering”?
syllables in "veering"
Word details
Syllables
2
vee · ring
Letters
7
v · e · e · r · i · n · g
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “veering”
The word “veering” contains 2 syllables, divided as vee · ring. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "veering" have?
"veering" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "veering" into syllables?
"veering" is divided into syllables as: vee · ring.
What is the Scrabble score for "veering"?
The Scrabble score for "veering" is 11 points.
Using “veering” in writing
Two-syllable words like "veering" (vee · ring) 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, “veering” is worth 11 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 “veering”
The letters in “veering” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: reeving, regiven.