How many syllables in “lievest”?
syllables in "lievest"
Word details
Syllables
2
lie · vest
Letters
7
l · i · e · v · e · s · t
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “lievest”
The word “lievest” contains 2 syllables, divided as lie · vest. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lievest" have?
"lievest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lievest" into syllables?
"lievest" is divided into syllables as: lie · vest.
What is the Scrabble score for "lievest"?
The Scrabble score for "lievest" is 10 points.
Using “lievest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lievest" (lie · vest) 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, “lievest” is worth 10 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 “lievest”
The letters in “lievest” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: evilest, velites.