How many syllables in “heaviest”?
syllables in "heaviest"
Word details
Syllables
2
hea · viest
Letters
8
h · e · a · v · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “heaviest”
The word “heaviest” contains 2 syllables, divided as hea · viest. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "heaviest" have?
"heaviest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "heaviest" into syllables?
"heaviest" is divided into syllables as: hea · viest.
What is the Scrabble score for "heaviest"?
The Scrabble score for "heaviest" is 14 points.
Using “heaviest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "heaviest" (hea · viest) 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, “heaviest” is worth 14 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.