How many syllables in “handsomest”?
syllables in "handsomest"
Word details
Syllables
3
han · dso · mest
Letters
10
h · a · n · d · s · o · m · e · s · t
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “handsomest”
The word “handsomest” contains 3 syllables, divided as han · dso · mest. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "handsomest" have?
"handsomest" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "handsomest" into syllables?
"handsomest" is divided into syllables as: han · dso · mest.
What is the Scrabble score for "handsomest"?
The Scrabble score for "handsomest" is 16 points.
Using “handsomest” in writing
Three-syllable words like "handsomest" (han · dso · mest) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “handsomest” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.