How many syllables in “keenest”?
syllables in "keenest"
Word details
Syllables
2
kee · nest
Letters
7
k · e · e · n · e · s · t
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “keenest”
The word “keenest” contains 2 syllables, divided as kee · nest. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "keenest" have?
"keenest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "keenest" into syllables?
"keenest" is divided into syllables as: kee · nest.
What is the Scrabble score for "keenest"?
The Scrabble score for "keenest" is 11 points.
Using “keenest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "keenest" (kee · nest) 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, “keenest” is worth 11 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 “keenest”
The letters in “keenest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ketenes.