How many syllables in “rockiest”?
syllables in "rockiest"
Word details
Syllables
2
roc · kiest
Letters
8
r · o · c · k · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “rockiest”
The word “rockiest” contains 2 syllables, divided as roc · kiest. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rockiest" have?
"rockiest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rockiest" into syllables?
"rockiest" is divided into syllables as: roc · kiest.
What is the Scrabble score for "rockiest"?
The Scrabble score for "rockiest" is 14 points.
Using “rockiest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rockiest" (roc · kiest) 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, “rockiest” is worth 14 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 “rockiest”
The letters in “rockiest” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: corkiest, stockier.