How many syllables in “tautest”?
syllables in "tautest"
Word details
Syllables
2
tau · test
Letters
7
t · a · u · t · e · s · t
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “tautest”
The word “tautest” contains 2 syllables, divided as tau · test. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tautest" have?
"tautest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tautest" into syllables?
"tautest" is divided into syllables as: tau · test.
What is the Scrabble score for "tautest"?
The Scrabble score for "tautest" is 7 points.
Using “tautest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tautest" (tau · test) 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, “tautest” 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 “tautest”
The letters in “tautest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: statute.