How many syllables in “measliest”?
syllables in "measliest"
Word details
Syllables
2
mea · sliest
Letters
9
m · e · a · s · l · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “measliest”
The word “measliest” contains 2 syllables, divided as mea · sliest. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "measliest" have?
"measliest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "measliest" into syllables?
"measliest" is divided into syllables as: mea · sliest.
What is the Scrabble score for "measliest"?
The Scrabble score for "measliest" is 11 points.
Using “measliest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "measliest" (mea · sliest) 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, “measliest” is worth 11 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 “measliest”
The letters in “measliest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: metalises.