How many syllables in “drouthiest”?
syllables in "drouthiest"
Word details
Syllables
2
drout · hiest
Letters
10
d · r · o · u · t · h · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “drouthiest”
The word “drouthiest” contains 2 syllables, divided as drout · hiest. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "drouthiest" have?
"drouthiest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "drouthiest" into syllables?
"drouthiest" is divided into syllables as: drout · hiest.
What is the Scrabble score for "drouthiest"?
The Scrabble score for "drouthiest" is 14 points.
Using “drouthiest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "drouthiest" (drout · hiest) 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, “drouthiest” is worth 14 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.