How many syllables in “younglings”?
syllables in "younglings"
Word details
Syllables
2
youn · glings
Letters
10
y · o · u · n · g · l · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
15
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About the word “younglings”
The word “younglings” contains 2 syllables, divided as youn · glings. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "younglings" have?
"younglings" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "younglings" into syllables?
"younglings" is divided into syllables as: youn · glings.
What is the Scrabble score for "younglings"?
The Scrabble score for "younglings" is 15 points.
Using “younglings” in writing
Two-syllable words like "younglings" (youn · glings) 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, “younglings” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.