How many syllables in “breathiest”?
syllables in "breathiest"
Word details
Syllables
2
breat · hiest
Letters
10
b · r · e · a · t · h · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “breathiest”
The word “breathiest” contains 2 syllables, divided as breat · hiest. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "breathiest" have?
"breathiest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "breathiest" into syllables?
"breathiest" is divided into syllables as: breat · hiest.
What is the Scrabble score for "breathiest"?
The Scrabble score for "breathiest" is 15 points.
Using “breathiest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "breathiest" (breat · hiest) 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, “breathiest” 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.