How many syllables in “sourest”?
syllables in "sourest"
Word details
Syllables
2
sou · rest
Letters
7
s · o · u · r · e · s · t
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “sourest”
The word “sourest” contains 2 syllables, divided as sou · rest. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sourest" have?
"sourest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sourest" into syllables?
"sourest" is divided into syllables as: sou · rest.
What is the Scrabble score for "sourest"?
The Scrabble score for "sourest" is 7 points.
Using “sourest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sourest" (sou · 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, “sourest” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “sourest”
The letters in “sourest” can be rearranged to spell 6 other words: estrous, oestrus, ousters, souters, stoures, tussore.