How many syllables in “shiftiest”?
syllables in "shiftiest"
Word details
Syllables
2
shif · tiest
Letters
9
s · h · i · f · t · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “shiftiest”
The word “shiftiest” contains 2 syllables, divided as shif · tiest. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shiftiest" have?
"shiftiest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "shiftiest" into syllables?
"shiftiest" is divided into syllables as: shif · tiest.
What is the Scrabble score for "shiftiest"?
The Scrabble score for "shiftiest" is 15 points.
Using “shiftiest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "shiftiest" (shif · tiest) 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, “shiftiest” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “shiftiest”
The letters in “shiftiest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: fetishist.