How many syllables in “waning”?
syllables in "waning"
Word details
Syllables
2
wa · ning
Letters
6
w · a · n · i · n · g
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “waning”
The word “waning” contains 2 syllables, divided as wa · ning. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "waning" have?
"waning" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "waning" into syllables?
"waning" is divided into syllables as: wa · ning.
What is the Scrabble score for "waning"?
The Scrabble score for "waning" is 10 points.
Using “waning” in writing
Two-syllable words like "waning" (wa · ning) 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, “waning” is worth 10 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 “waning”
The letters in “waning” can be rearranged to spell one other word: awning.