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