How many syllables in “yearnings”?
syllables in "yearnings"
Word details
Syllables
2
year · nings
Letters
9
y · e · a · r · n · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “yearnings”
The word “yearnings” contains 2 syllables, divided as year · nings. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "yearnings" have?
"yearnings" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "yearnings" into syllables?
"yearnings" is divided into syllables as: year · nings.
What is the Scrabble score for "yearnings"?
The Scrabble score for "yearnings" is 13 points.
Using “yearnings” in writing
Two-syllable words like "yearnings" (year · nings) 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, “yearnings” is worth 13 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.