How many syllables in “couthest”?
syllables in "couthest"
Word details
Syllables
2
cout · hest
Letters
8
c · o · u · t · h · e · s · t
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “couthest”
The word “couthest” contains 2 syllables, divided as cout · hest. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "couthest" have?
"couthest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "couthest" into syllables?
"couthest" is divided into syllables as: cout · hest.
What is the Scrabble score for "couthest"?
The Scrabble score for "couthest" is 13 points.
Using “couthest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "couthest" (cout · hest) 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, “couthest” is worth 13 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.