How many syllables in “washings”?
syllables in "washings"
Word details
Syllables
2
was · hings
Letters
8
w · a · s · h · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “washings”
The word “washings” contains 2 syllables, divided as was · hings. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "washings" have?
"washings" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "washings" into syllables?
"washings" is divided into syllables as: was · hings.
What is the Scrabble score for "washings"?
The Scrabble score for "washings" is 15 points.
Using “washings” in writing
Two-syllable words like "washings" (was · hings) 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, “washings” 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 “washings”
The letters in “washings” can be rearranged to spell one other word: swashing.