How many syllables in “watering”?
syllables in "watering"
Word details
Syllables
3
wa · te · ring
Letters
8
w · a · t · e · r · i · n · g
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “watering”
The word “watering” contains 3 syllables, divided as wa · te · ring. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "watering" have?
"watering" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "watering" into syllables?
"watering" is divided into syllables as: wa · te · ring.
What is the Scrabble score for "watering"?
The Scrabble score for "watering" is 12 points.
Using “watering” in writing
Three-syllable words like "watering" (wa · te · ring) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “watering” 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 “watering”
The letters in “watering” can be rearranged to spell one other word: twangier.