How many syllables in “rarest”?
syllables in "rarest"
Word details
Syllables
2
ra · rest
Letters
6
r · a · r · e · s · t
Scrabble
6
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About the word “rarest”
The word “rarest” contains 2 syllables, divided as ra · rest. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rarest" have?
"rarest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rarest" into syllables?
"rarest" is divided into syllables as: ra · rest.
What is the Scrabble score for "rarest"?
The Scrabble score for "rarest" is 6 points.
Using “rarest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rarest" (ra · 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, “rarest” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “rarest”
The letters in “rarest” can be rearranged to spell 6 other words: arrest, raster, raters, starer, tarres, terras.