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How many syllables in “hedgiest”?

2

syllables in "hedgiest"

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Word details

Syllables

2

hed · giest

Letters

8

h · e · d · g · i · e · s · t

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

h4
e1
d2
g2
i1
e1
s1
t1

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About the word “hedgiest

The word hedgiest contains 2 syllables, divided as hed · giest. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "hedgiest" have?

"hedgiest" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "hedgiest" into syllables?

"hedgiest" is divided into syllables as: hed · giest.

What is the Scrabble score for "hedgiest"?

The Scrabble score for "hedgiest" is 13 points.

Using “hedgiest” in writing

Two-syllable words like "hedgiest" (hed · giest) 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, hedgiest is worth 13 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.

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