How many syllables in “deafest”?
syllables in "deafest"
Word details
Syllables
2
dea · fest
Letters
7
d · e · a · f · e · s · t
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “deafest”
The word “deafest” contains 2 syllables, divided as dea · fest. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deafest" have?
"deafest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "deafest" into syllables?
"deafest" is divided into syllables as: dea · fest.
What is the Scrabble score for "deafest"?
The Scrabble score for "deafest" is 11 points.
Using “deafest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "deafest" (dea · fest) 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, “deafest” is worth 11 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 “deafest”
The letters in “deafest” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: defeats, feasted.