How many syllables in “deepest”?
syllables in "deepest"
Word details
Syllables
2
dee · pest
Letters
7
d · e · e · p · e · s · t
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “deepest”
The word “deepest” contains 2 syllables, divided as dee · pest. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deepest" have?
"deepest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "deepest" into syllables?
"deepest" is divided into syllables as: dee · pest.
What is the Scrabble score for "deepest"?
The Scrabble score for "deepest" is 10 points.
Using “deepest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "deepest" (dee · pest) 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, “deepest” 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 “deepest”
The letters in “deepest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: steeped.