How many syllables in “leasts”?
syllable in "leasts"
Word details
Syllables
1
leasts
Letters
6
l · e · a · s · t · s
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “leasts”
The word “leasts” contains 1 syllable, divided as leasts. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "leasts" have?
"leasts" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "leasts" into syllables?
"leasts" is divided into syllables as: leasts.
What is the Scrabble score for "leasts"?
The Scrabble score for "leasts" is 6 points.
Using “leasts” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "leasts" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “leasts” 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 “leasts”
The letters in “leasts” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: slates, stales, steals, tassel, teslas.