How many syllables in “earliest”?
syllables in "earliest"
Word details
Syllables
2
ear · liest
Letters
8
e · a · r · l · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “earliest”
The word “earliest” contains 2 syllables, divided as ear · liest. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "earliest" have?
"earliest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "earliest" into syllables?
"earliest" is divided into syllables as: ear · liest.
What is the Scrabble score for "earliest"?
The Scrabble score for "earliest" is 8 points.
Using “earliest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "earliest" (ear · 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, “earliest” 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 “earliest”
The letters in “earliest” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: ateliers, leariest, realties.