How many syllables in “richest”?
syllables in "richest"
Word details
Syllables
2
ric · hest
Letters
7
r · i · c · h · e · s · t
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “richest”
The word “richest” contains 2 syllables, divided as ric · hest. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "richest" have?
"richest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "richest" into syllables?
"richest" is divided into syllables as: ric · hest.
What is the Scrabble score for "richest"?
The Scrabble score for "richest" is 12 points.
Using “richest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "richest" (ric · hest) 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, “richest” is worth 12 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 “richest”
The letters in “richest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cithers.