How many syllables in “waisting”?
syllables in "waisting"
Word details
Syllables
2
wai · sting
Letters
8
w · a · i · s · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “waisting”
The word “waisting” contains 2 syllables, divided as wai · sting. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "waisting" have?
"waisting" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "waisting" into syllables?
"waisting" is divided into syllables as: wai · sting.
What is the Scrabble score for "waisting"?
The Scrabble score for "waisting" is 12 points.
Using “waisting” in writing
Two-syllable words like "waisting" (wai · 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, “waisting” is worth 12 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 “waisting”
The letters in “waisting” can be rearranged to spell one other word: waitings.