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