How many syllables in “starriest”?
syllables in "starriest"
Word details
Syllables
2
star · riest
Letters
9
s · t · a · r · r · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “starriest”
The word “starriest” contains 2 syllables, divided as star · riest. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "starriest" have?
"starriest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "starriest" into syllables?
"starriest" is divided into syllables as: star · riest.
What is the Scrabble score for "starriest"?
The Scrabble score for "starriest" is 9 points.
Using “starriest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "starriest" (star · riest) 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, “starriest” 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 “starriest”
The letters in “starriest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: traitress.