How many syllables in “ruddiest”?
syllables in "ruddiest"
Word details
Syllables
2
rud · diest
Letters
8
r · u · d · d · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “ruddiest”
The word “ruddiest” contains 2 syllables, divided as rud · diest. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ruddiest" have?
"ruddiest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ruddiest" into syllables?
"ruddiest" is divided into syllables as: rud · diest.
What is the Scrabble score for "ruddiest"?
The Scrabble score for "ruddiest" is 10 points.
Using “ruddiest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ruddiest" (rud · diest) 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, “ruddiest” is worth 10 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 “ruddiest”
The letters in “ruddiest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sturdied.