How many syllables in “dourest”?
syllables in "dourest"
Word details
Syllables
2
dou · rest
Letters
7
d · o · u · r · e · s · t
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “dourest”
The word “dourest” contains 2 syllables, divided as dou · rest. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dourest" have?
"dourest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dourest" into syllables?
"dourest" is divided into syllables as: dou · rest.
What is the Scrabble score for "dourest"?
The Scrabble score for "dourest" is 8 points.
Using “dourest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dourest" (dou · rest) 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, “dourest” is worth 8 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 “dourest”
The letters in “dourest” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: detours, redouts, rousted.