How many syllables in “gustiest”?
syllables in "gustiest"
Word details
Syllables
2
gu · stiest
Letters
8
g · u · s · t · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “gustiest”
The word “gustiest” contains 2 syllables, divided as gu · stiest. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gustiest" have?
"gustiest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gustiest" into syllables?
"gustiest" is divided into syllables as: gu · stiest.
What is the Scrabble score for "gustiest"?
The Scrabble score for "gustiest" is 9 points.
Using “gustiest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gustiest" (gu · stiest) 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, “gustiest” is worth 9 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 “gustiest”
The letters in “gustiest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: gutsiest.