How many syllables in “holiest”?
syllables in "holiest"
Word details
Syllables
2
ho · liest
Letters
7
h · o · l · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “holiest”
The word “holiest” contains 2 syllables, divided as ho · liest. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "holiest" have?
"holiest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "holiest" into syllables?
"holiest" is divided into syllables as: ho · liest.
What is the Scrabble score for "holiest"?
The Scrabble score for "holiest" is 10 points.
Using “holiest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "holiest" (ho · liest) 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, “holiest” is worth 10 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 “holiest”
The letters in “holiest” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: eoliths, hostile.