How many syllables in “posthaste”?
syllables in "posthaste"
Word details
Syllables
2
posth · aste
Letters
9
p · o · s · t · h · a · s · t · e
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “posthaste”
The word “posthaste” contains 2 syllables, divided as posth · aste. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "posthaste" have?
"posthaste" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "posthaste" into syllables?
"posthaste" is divided into syllables as: posth · aste.
What is the Scrabble score for "posthaste"?
The Scrabble score for "posthaste" is 14 points.
Using “posthaste” in writing
Two-syllable words like "posthaste" (posth · aste) 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, “posthaste” is worth 14 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 “posthaste”
The letters in “posthaste” can be rearranged to spell one other word: postheats.