How many syllables in “goriest”?
syllables in "goriest"
Word details
Syllables
2
go · riest
Letters
7
g · o · r · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “goriest”
The word “goriest” contains 2 syllables, divided as go · riest. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "goriest" have?
"goriest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "goriest" into syllables?
"goriest" is divided into syllables as: go · riest.
What is the Scrabble score for "goriest"?
The Scrabble score for "goriest" is 8 points.
Using “goriest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "goriest" (go · riest) 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, “goriest” is worth 8 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 “goriest”
The letters in “goriest” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: goiters, goitres.