How many syllables in “best”?
syllable in "best"
Word details
Syllables
1
best
Letters
4
b · e · s · t
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “best”
The word “best” contains 1 syllable, divided as best. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "best" have?
"best" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "best" into syllables?
"best" is divided into syllables as: best.
What is the Scrabble score for "best"?
The Scrabble score for "best" is 6 points.
Using “best” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "best" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “best” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “best”
The letters in “best” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bets.