How many syllables in “cheeriest”?
syllables in "cheeriest"
Word details
Syllables
2
chee · riest
Letters
9
c · h · e · e · r · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “cheeriest”
The word “cheeriest” contains 2 syllables, divided as chee · riest. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cheeriest" have?
"cheeriest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cheeriest" into syllables?
"cheeriest" is divided into syllables as: chee · riest.
What is the Scrabble score for "cheeriest"?
The Scrabble score for "cheeriest" is 14 points.
Using “cheeriest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cheeriest" (chee · riest) 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, “cheeriest” 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 “cheeriest”
The letters in “cheeriest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: reechiest.