How many syllables in “driest”?
syllable in "driest"
Word details
Syllables
1
driest
Letters
6
d · r · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “driest”
The word “driest” contains 1 syllable, divided as driest. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "driest" have?
"driest" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "driest" into syllables?
"driest" is divided into syllables as: driest.
What is the Scrabble score for "driest"?
The Scrabble score for "driest" is 7 points.
Using “driest” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "driest" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “driest” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “driest”
The letters in “driest” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: direst, stride.