How many syllables in “charmingest”?
syllables in "charmingest"
Word details
Syllables
3
char · min · gest
Letters
11
c · h · a · r · m · i · n · g · e · s · t
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “charmingest”
The word “charmingest” contains 3 syllables, divided as char · min · gest. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "charmingest" have?
"charmingest" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "charmingest" into syllables?
"charmingest" is divided into syllables as: char · min · gest.
What is the Scrabble score for "charmingest"?
The Scrabble score for "charmingest" is 19 points.
Using “charmingest” in writing
Three-syllable words like "charmingest" (char · min · gest) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “charmingest” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.