How many syllables in “churchiest”?
syllables in "churchiest"
Word details
Syllables
2
chur · chiest
Letters
10
c · h · u · r · c · h · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
20
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About the word “churchiest”
The word “churchiest” contains 2 syllables, divided as chur · chiest. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "churchiest" have?
"churchiest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "churchiest" into syllables?
"churchiest" is divided into syllables as: chur · chiest.
What is the Scrabble score for "churchiest"?
The Scrabble score for "churchiest" is 20 points.
Using “churchiest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "churchiest" (chur · chiest) 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, “churchiest” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.