How many syllables in “friendliest”?
syllables in "friendliest"
Word details
Syllables
2
frien · dliest
Letters
11
f · r · i · e · n · d · l · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “friendliest”
The word “friendliest” contains 2 syllables, divided as frien · dliest. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "friendliest" have?
"friendliest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "friendliest" into syllables?
"friendliest" is divided into syllables as: frien · dliest.
What is the Scrabble score for "friendliest"?
The Scrabble score for "friendliest" is 15 points.
Using “friendliest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "friendliest" (frien · dliest) 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, “friendliest” 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.