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How many syllables in “beastliest”?

2

syllables in "beastliest"

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Word details

Syllables

2

beas · tliest

Letters

10

b · e · a · s · t · l · i · e · s · t

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

b3
e1
a1
s1
t1
l1
i1
e1
s1
t1

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About the word “beastliest

The word beastliest contains 2 syllables, divided as beas · tliest. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "beastliest" have?

"beastliest" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "beastliest" into syllables?

"beastliest" is divided into syllables as: beas · tliest.

What is the Scrabble score for "beastliest"?

The Scrabble score for "beastliest" is 12 points.

Using “beastliest” in writing

Two-syllable words like "beastliest" (beas · tliest) 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, beastliest is worth 12 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.

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