How many syllables in “plumiest”?
syllables in "plumiest"
Word details
Syllables
2
plu · miest
Letters
8
p · l · u · m · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “plumiest”
The word “plumiest” contains 2 syllables, divided as plu · miest. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "plumiest" have?
"plumiest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "plumiest" into syllables?
"plumiest" is divided into syllables as: plu · miest.
What is the Scrabble score for "plumiest"?
The Scrabble score for "plumiest" is 12 points.
Using “plumiest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "plumiest" (plu · miest) 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, “plumiest” is worth 12 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 “plumiest”
The letters in “plumiest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lumpiest.