How many syllables in “maist”?
syllable in "maist"
Word details
Syllables
1
maist
Letters
5
m · a · i · s · t
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “maist”
The word “maist” contains 1 syllable, divided as maist. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "maist" have?
"maist" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "maist" into syllables?
"maist" is divided into syllables as: maist.
What is the Scrabble score for "maist"?
The Scrabble score for "maist" is 7 points.
Using “maist” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "maist" 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, “maist” is worth 7 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 “maist”
The letters in “maist” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tamis.