How many syllables in “nearliest”?
syllables in "nearliest"
Word details
Syllables
2
near · liest
Letters
9
n · e · a · r · l · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “nearliest”
The word “nearliest” contains 2 syllables, divided as near · liest. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nearliest" have?
"nearliest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "nearliest" into syllables?
"nearliest" is divided into syllables as: near · liest.
What is the Scrabble score for "nearliest"?
The Scrabble score for "nearliest" is 9 points.
Using “nearliest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "nearliest" (near · liest) 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, “nearliest” 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 “nearliest”
The letters in “nearliest” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: elaterins, entailers, treenails.