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