How many syllables in “wasting”?
syllables in "wasting"
Word details
Syllables
2
wa · sting
Letters
7
w · a · s · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “wasting”
The word “wasting” contains 2 syllables, divided as wa · sting. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wasting" have?
"wasting" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wasting" into syllables?
"wasting" is divided into syllables as: wa · sting.
What is the Scrabble score for "wasting"?
The Scrabble score for "wasting" is 11 points.
Using “wasting” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wasting" (wa · 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, “wasting” is worth 11 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 “wasting”
The letters in “wasting” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tawsing.