How many syllables in “coarsest”?
syllables in "coarsest"
Word details
Syllables
2
coar · sest
Letters
8
c · o · a · r · s · e · s · t
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “coarsest”
The word “coarsest” contains 2 syllables, divided as coar · sest. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "coarsest" have?
"coarsest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "coarsest" into syllables?
"coarsest" is divided into syllables as: coar · sest.
What is the Scrabble score for "coarsest"?
The Scrabble score for "coarsest" is 10 points.
Using “coarsest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "coarsest" (coar · 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, “coarsest” is worth 10 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 “coarsest”
The letters in “coarsest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: coasters.