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