How many syllables in “purest”?
syllables in "purest"
Word details
Syllables
2
pu · rest
Letters
6
p · u · r · e · s · t
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “purest”
The word “purest” contains 2 syllables, divided as pu · rest. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "purest" have?
"purest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "purest" into syllables?
"purest" is divided into syllables as: pu · rest.
What is the Scrabble score for "purest"?
The Scrabble score for "purest" is 8 points.
Using “purest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "purest" (pu · rest) 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, “purest” 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 “purest”
The letters in “purest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: erupts.