How many syllables in “witchings”?
syllables in "witchings"
Word details
Syllables
2
wit · chings
Letters
9
w · i · t · c · h · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “witchings”
The word “witchings” contains 2 syllables, divided as wit · chings. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "witchings" have?
"witchings" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "witchings" into syllables?
"witchings" is divided into syllables as: wit · chings.
What is the Scrabble score for "witchings"?
The Scrabble score for "witchings" is 18 points.
Using “witchings” in writing
Two-syllable words like "witchings" (wit · chings) 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, “witchings” is worth 18 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 “witchings”
The letters in “witchings” can be rearranged to spell one other word: switching.