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