How many syllables in “slickest”?
syllables in "slickest"
Word details
Syllables
2
slic · kest
Letters
8
s · l · i · c · k · e · s · t
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “slickest”
The word “slickest” contains 2 syllables, divided as slic · kest. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "slickest" have?
"slickest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "slickest" into syllables?
"slickest" is divided into syllables as: slic · kest.
What is the Scrabble score for "slickest"?
The Scrabble score for "slickest" is 14 points.
Using “slickest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "slickest" (slic · kest) 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, “slickest” is worth 14 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 “slickest”
The letters in “slickest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: stickles.