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