How many syllables in “illest”?
syllables in "illest"
Word details
Syllables
2
il · lest
Letters
6
i · l · l · e · s · t
Scrabble
6
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About the word “illest”
The word “illest” contains 2 syllables, divided as il · lest. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "illest" have?
"illest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "illest" into syllables?
"illest" is divided into syllables as: il · lest.
What is the Scrabble score for "illest"?
The Scrabble score for "illest" is 6 points.
Using “illest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "illest" (il · 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, “illest” is worth 6 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 “illest”
The letters in “illest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: listel.