How many syllables in “damnedest”?
syllables in "damnedest"
Word details
Syllables
3
dam · ne · dest
Letters
9
d · a · m · n · e · d · e · s · t
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “damnedest”
The word “damnedest” contains 3 syllables, divided as dam · ne · dest. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "damnedest" have?
"damnedest" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "damnedest" into syllables?
"damnedest" is divided into syllables as: dam · ne · dest.
What is the Scrabble score for "damnedest"?
The Scrabble score for "damnedest" is 13 points.
Using “damnedest” in writing
Three-syllable words like "damnedest" (dam · ne · dest) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “damnedest” 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.