How many syllables in “hastiest”?
syllables in "hastiest"
Word details
Syllables
2
ha · stiest
Letters
8
h · a · s · t · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “hastiest”
The word “hastiest” contains 2 syllables, divided as ha · stiest. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hastiest" have?
"hastiest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hastiest" into syllables?
"hastiest" is divided into syllables as: ha · stiest.
What is the Scrabble score for "hastiest"?
The Scrabble score for "hastiest" is 11 points.
Using “hastiest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hastiest" (ha · 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, “hastiest” is worth 11 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 “hastiest”
The letters in “hastiest” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: atheists, staithes.