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