How many syllables in “sexist”?
syllables in "sexist"
Word details
Syllables
2
se · xist
Letters
6
s · e · x · i · s · t
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “sexist”
The word “sexist” contains 2 syllables, divided as se · xist. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sexist" have?
"sexist" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sexist" into syllables?
"sexist" is divided into syllables as: se · xist.
What is the Scrabble score for "sexist"?
The Scrabble score for "sexist" is 13 points.
Using “sexist” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sexist" (se · xist) 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, “sexist” is worth 13 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 “sexist”
The letters in “sexist” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: exists, sixtes.