How many syllables in “tenderest”?
syllables in "tenderest"
Word details
Syllables
3
ten · de · rest
Letters
9
t · e · n · d · e · r · e · s · t
Scrabble
10
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About the word “tenderest”
The word “tenderest” contains 3 syllables, divided as ten · de · rest. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tenderest" have?
"tenderest" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "tenderest" into syllables?
"tenderest" is divided into syllables as: ten · de · rest.
What is the Scrabble score for "tenderest"?
The Scrabble score for "tenderest" is 10 points.
Using “tenderest” in writing
Three-syllable words like "tenderest" (ten · de · rest) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “tenderest” is worth 10 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.