How many syllables in “vikings”?
syllables in "vikings"
Word details
Syllables
2
vi · kings
Letters
7
v · i · k · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “vikings”
The word “vikings” contains 2 syllables, divided as vi · kings. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "vikings" have?
"vikings" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "vikings" into syllables?
"vikings" is divided into syllables as: vi · kings.
What is the Scrabble score for "vikings"?
The Scrabble score for "vikings" is 15 points.
Using “vikings” in writing
Two-syllable words like "vikings" (vi · 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, “vikings” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “vikings”
The letters in “vikings” can be rearranged to spell one other word: skiving.