How many syllables in “chalkiest”?
syllables in "chalkiest"
Word details
Syllables
2
chal · kiest
Letters
9
c · h · a · l · k · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
18
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “chalkiest”
The word “chalkiest” contains 2 syllables, divided as chal · kiest. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chalkiest" have?
"chalkiest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "chalkiest" into syllables?
"chalkiest" is divided into syllables as: chal · kiest.
What is the Scrabble score for "chalkiest"?
The Scrabble score for "chalkiest" is 18 points.
Using “chalkiest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "chalkiest" (chal · kiest) 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, “chalkiest” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “chalkiest”
The letters in “chalkiest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: hackliest.