How many syllables in “rawest”?
syllables in "rawest"
Word details
Syllables
2
ra · west
Letters
6
r · a · w · e · s · t
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “rawest”
The word “rawest” contains 2 syllables, divided as ra · west. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rawest" have?
"rawest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rawest" into syllables?
"rawest" is divided into syllables as: ra · west.
What is the Scrabble score for "rawest"?
The Scrabble score for "rawest" is 9 points.
Using “rawest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rawest" (ra · west) 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, “rawest” is worth 9 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 “rawest”
The letters in “rawest” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: tawers, waster, waters.