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