How many syllables in “rankest”?
syllables in "rankest"
Word details
Syllables
2
ran · kest
Letters
7
r · a · n · k · e · s · t
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “rankest”
The word “rankest” contains 2 syllables, divided as ran · kest. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rankest" have?
"rankest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rankest" into syllables?
"rankest" is divided into syllables as: ran · kest.
What is the Scrabble score for "rankest"?
The Scrabble score for "rankest" is 11 points.
Using “rankest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rankest" (ran · 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, “rankest” is worth 11 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 “rankest”
The letters in “rankest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tankers.