How many syllables in “idlest”?
syllables in "idlest"
Word details
Syllables
2
id · lest
Letters
6
i · d · l · e · s · t
Scrabble
7
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About the word “idlest”
The word “idlest” contains 2 syllables, divided as id · lest. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "idlest" have?
"idlest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "idlest" into syllables?
"idlest" is divided into syllables as: id · lest.
What is the Scrabble score for "idlest"?
The Scrabble score for "idlest" is 7 points.
Using “idlest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "idlest" (id · lest) 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, “idlest” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “idlest”
The letters in “idlest” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: delist, listed, silted, tildes.