How many syllables in “slimiest”?
syllables in "slimiest"
Word details
Syllables
2
sli · miest
Letters
8
s · l · i · m · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “slimiest”
The word “slimiest” contains 2 syllables, divided as sli · miest. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "slimiest" have?
"slimiest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "slimiest" into syllables?
"slimiest" is divided into syllables as: sli · miest.
What is the Scrabble score for "slimiest"?
The Scrabble score for "slimiest" is 10 points.
Using “slimiest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "slimiest" (sli · miest) 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, “slimiest” is worth 10 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 “slimiest”
The letters in “slimiest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: elitisms.