How many syllables in “fliest”?
syllable in "fliest"
Word details
Syllables
1
fliest
Letters
6
f · l · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “fliest”
The word “fliest” contains 1 syllable, divided as fliest. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fliest" have?
"fliest" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "fliest" into syllables?
"fliest" is divided into syllables as: fliest.
What is the Scrabble score for "fliest"?
The Scrabble score for "fliest" is 9 points.
Using “fliest” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "fliest" 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, “fliest” is worth 9 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 “fliest”
The letters in “fliest” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: filets, flites, itself, stifle.