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