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