How many syllables in “shaliest”?
syllables in "shaliest"
Word details
Syllables
2
sha · liest
Letters
8
s · h · a · l · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “shaliest”
The word “shaliest” contains 2 syllables, divided as sha · liest. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shaliest" have?
"shaliest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "shaliest" into syllables?
"shaliest" is divided into syllables as: sha · liest.
What is the Scrabble score for "shaliest"?
The Scrabble score for "shaliest" is 11 points.
Using “shaliest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "shaliest" (sha · liest) 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, “shaliest” is worth 11 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 “shaliest”
The letters in “shaliest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: heliasts.