How many syllables in “briskest”?
syllables in "briskest"
Word details
Syllables
2
bri · skest
Letters
8
b · r · i · s · k · e · s · t
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “briskest”
The word “briskest” contains 2 syllables, divided as bri · skest. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "briskest" have?
"briskest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "briskest" into syllables?
"briskest" is divided into syllables as: bri · skest.
What is the Scrabble score for "briskest"?
The Scrabble score for "briskest" is 14 points.
Using “briskest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "briskest" (bri · skest) 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, “briskest” is worth 14 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 “briskest”
The letters in “briskest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: briskets.