How many syllables in “drawliest”?
syllables in "drawliest"
Word details
Syllables
2
draw · liest
Letters
9
d · r · a · w · l · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “drawliest”
The word “drawliest” contains 2 syllables, divided as draw · liest. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "drawliest" have?
"drawliest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "drawliest" into syllables?
"drawliest" is divided into syllables as: draw · liest.
What is the Scrabble score for "drawliest"?
The Scrabble score for "drawliest" is 13 points.
Using “drawliest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "drawliest" (draw · 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, “drawliest” 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.