How many syllables in “whinges”?
syllables in "whinges"
Word details
Syllables
2
whin · ges
Letters
7
w · h · i · n · g · e · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “whinges”
The word “whinges” contains 2 syllables, divided as whin · ges. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "whinges" have?
"whinges" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "whinges" into syllables?
"whinges" is divided into syllables as: whin · ges.
What is the Scrabble score for "whinges"?
The Scrabble score for "whinges" is 14 points.
Using “whinges” in writing
Two-syllable words like "whinges" (whin · ges) 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, “whinges” is worth 14 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 “whinges”
The letters in “whinges” can be rearranged to spell one other word: shewing.