How many syllables in “flukiest”?
syllables in "flukiest"
Word details
Syllables
2
flu · kiest
Letters
8
f · l · u · k · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “flukiest”
The word “flukiest” contains 2 syllables, divided as flu · kiest. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flukiest" have?
"flukiest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "flukiest" into syllables?
"flukiest" is divided into syllables as: flu · kiest.
What is the Scrabble score for "flukiest"?
The Scrabble score for "flukiest" is 15 points.
Using “flukiest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "flukiest" (flu · kiest) 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, “flukiest” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “flukiest”
The letters in “flukiest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lutefisk.