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How many syllables in “sweepiest”?

2

syllables in "sweepiest"

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Word details

Syllables

2

swee · piest

Letters

9

s · w · e · e · p · i · e · s · t

Scrabble

14

points

Scrabble letter values

s1
w4
e1
e1
p3
i1
e1
s1
t1

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About the word “sweepiest

The word sweepiest contains 2 syllables, divided as swee · piest. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "sweepiest" have?

"sweepiest" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "sweepiest" into syllables?

"sweepiest" is divided into syllables as: swee · piest.

What is the Scrabble score for "sweepiest"?

The Scrabble score for "sweepiest" is 14 points.

Using “sweepiest” in writing

Two-syllable words like "sweepiest" (swee · piest) 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, sweepiest 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.

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