How many syllables in “simplest”?
syllables in "simplest"
Word details
Syllables
2
sim · plest
Letters
8
s · i · m · p · l · e · s · t
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “simplest”
The word “simplest” contains 2 syllables, divided as sim · plest. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "simplest" have?
"simplest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "simplest" into syllables?
"simplest" is divided into syllables as: sim · plest.
What is the Scrabble score for "simplest"?
The Scrabble score for "simplest" is 12 points.
Using “simplest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "simplest" (sim · plest) 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, “simplest” is worth 12 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 “simplest”
The letters in “simplest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: misspelt.