How many syllables in “maltiest”?
syllables in "maltiest"
Word details
Syllables
2
mal · tiest
Letters
8
m · a · l · t · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “maltiest”
The word “maltiest” contains 2 syllables, divided as mal · tiest. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "maltiest" have?
"maltiest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "maltiest" into syllables?
"maltiest" is divided into syllables as: mal · tiest.
What is the Scrabble score for "maltiest"?
The Scrabble score for "maltiest" is 10 points.
Using “maltiest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "maltiest" (mal · tiest) 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, “maltiest” 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 “maltiest”
The letters in “maltiest” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: metalist, smaltite.