How many syllables in “moldiest”?
syllables in "moldiest"
Word details
Syllables
2
mol · diest
Letters
8
m · o · l · d · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “moldiest”
The word “moldiest” contains 2 syllables, divided as mol · diest. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "moldiest" have?
"moldiest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "moldiest" into syllables?
"moldiest" is divided into syllables as: mol · diest.
What is the Scrabble score for "moldiest"?
The Scrabble score for "moldiest" is 11 points.
Using “moldiest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "moldiest" (mol · diest) 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, “moldiest” 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 “moldiest”
The letters in “moldiest” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: melodist, modelist.