How many syllables in “flightiest”?
syllables in "flightiest"
Word details
Syllables
2
flig · htiest
Letters
10
f · l · i · g · h · t · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “flightiest”
The word “flightiest” contains 2 syllables, divided as flig · htiest. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flightiest" have?
"flightiest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "flightiest" into syllables?
"flightiest" is divided into syllables as: flig · htiest.
What is the Scrabble score for "flightiest"?
The Scrabble score for "flightiest" is 17 points.
Using “flightiest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "flightiest" (flig · htiest) 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, “flightiest” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.