How many syllables in “gnarliest”?
syllables in "gnarliest"
Word details
Syllables
2
gnar · liest
Letters
9
g · n · a · r · l · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “gnarliest”
The word “gnarliest” contains 2 syllables, divided as gnar · liest. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gnarliest" have?
"gnarliest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gnarliest" into syllables?
"gnarliest" is divided into syllables as: gnar · liest.
What is the Scrabble score for "gnarliest"?
The Scrabble score for "gnarliest" is 10 points.
Using “gnarliest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gnarliest" (gnar · liest) 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, “gnarliest” is worth 10 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 “gnarliest”
The letters in “gnarliest” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: integrals, reslating, triangles.