How many syllables in “auldest”?
syllables in "auldest"
Word details
Syllables
2
aul · dest
Letters
7
a · u · l · d · e · s · t
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “auldest”
The word “auldest” contains 2 syllables, divided as aul · dest. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "auldest" have?
"auldest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "auldest" into syllables?
"auldest" is divided into syllables as: aul · dest.
What is the Scrabble score for "auldest"?
The Scrabble score for "auldest" is 8 points.
Using “auldest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "auldest" (aul · dest) 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, “auldest” is worth 8 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 “auldest”
The letters in “auldest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: saluted.