How many syllables in “limiest”?
syllables in "limiest"
Word details
Syllables
2
li · miest
Letters
7
l · i · m · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “limiest”
The word “limiest” contains 2 syllables, divided as li · miest. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "limiest" have?
"limiest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "limiest" into syllables?
"limiest" is divided into syllables as: li · miest.
What is the Scrabble score for "limiest"?
The Scrabble score for "limiest" is 9 points.
Using “limiest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "limiest" (li · miest) 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, “limiest” is worth 9 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 “limiest”
The letters in “limiest” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: elitism, limites.