How many syllables in “nicest”?
syllables in "nicest"
Word details
Syllables
2
ni · cest
Letters
6
n · i · c · e · s · t
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “nicest”
The word “nicest” contains 2 syllables, divided as ni · cest. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nicest" have?
"nicest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "nicest" into syllables?
"nicest" is divided into syllables as: ni · cest.
What is the Scrabble score for "nicest"?
The Scrabble score for "nicest" is 8 points.
Using “nicest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "nicest" (ni · cest) 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, “nicest” is worth 8 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 “nicest”
The letters in “nicest” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: incest, insect.