How many syllables in “warming”?
syllables in "warming"
Word details
Syllables
2
war · ming
Letters
7
w · a · r · m · i · n · g
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “warming”
The word “warming” contains 2 syllables, divided as war · ming. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "warming" have?
"warming" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "warming" into syllables?
"warming" is divided into syllables as: war · ming.
What is the Scrabble score for "warming"?
The Scrabble score for "warming" is 13 points.
Using “warming” in writing
Two-syllable words like "warming" (war · ming) 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, “warming” is worth 13 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.