How many syllables in “spriest”?
syllable in "spriest"
Word details
Syllables
1
spriest
Letters
7
s · p · r · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “spriest”
The word “spriest” contains 1 syllable, divided as spriest. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "spriest" have?
"spriest" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "spriest" into syllables?
"spriest" is divided into syllables as: spriest.
What is the Scrabble score for "spriest"?
The Scrabble score for "spriest" is 9 points.
Using “spriest” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "spriest" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “spriest” is worth 9 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 “spriest”
The letters in “spriest” can be rearranged to spell 6 other words: esprits, persist, priests, sprites, stirpes, stripes.