How many syllables in “closest”?
syllables in "closest"
Word details
Syllables
2
clo · sest
Letters
7
c · l · o · s · e · s · t
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “closest”
The word “closest” contains 2 syllables, divided as clo · sest. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "closest" have?
"closest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "closest" into syllables?
"closest" is divided into syllables as: clo · sest.
What is the Scrabble score for "closest"?
The Scrabble score for "closest" is 9 points.
Using “closest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "closest" (clo · sest) 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, “closest” is worth 9 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 “closest”
The letters in “closest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: closets.