How many syllables in “feistiest”?
syllables in "feistiest"
Word details
Syllables
2
fei · stiest
Letters
9
f · e · i · s · t · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “feistiest”
The word “feistiest” contains 2 syllables, divided as fei · stiest. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "feistiest" have?
"feistiest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "feistiest" into syllables?
"feistiest" is divided into syllables as: fei · stiest.
What is the Scrabble score for "feistiest"?
The Scrabble score for "feistiest" is 12 points.
Using “feistiest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "feistiest" (fei · stiest) 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, “feistiest” is worth 12 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 “feistiest”
The letters in “feistiest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: testifies.