How many syllables in “quickest”?
syllables in "quickest"
Word details
Syllables
2
quic · kest
Letters
8
q · u · i · c · k · e · s · t
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “quickest”
The word “quickest” contains 2 syllables, divided as quic · kest. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "quickest" have?
"quickest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "quickest" into syllables?
"quickest" is divided into syllables as: quic · kest.
What is the Scrabble score for "quickest"?
The Scrabble score for "quickest" is 23 points.
Using “quickest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "quickest" (quic · kest) 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, “quickest” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “quickest”
The letters in “quickest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: quickset.