How many syllables in “ickiest”?
syllables in "ickiest"
Word details
Syllables
2
ic · kiest
Letters
7
i · c · k · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “ickiest”
The word “ickiest” contains 2 syllables, divided as ic · kiest. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ickiest" have?
"ickiest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ickiest" into syllables?
"ickiest" is divided into syllables as: ic · kiest.
What is the Scrabble score for "ickiest"?
The Scrabble score for "ickiest" is 13 points.
Using “ickiest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ickiest" (ic · kiest) 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, “ickiest” 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.
Anagrams of “ickiest”
The letters in “ickiest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ekistic.