How many syllables in “tersest”?
syllables in "tersest"
Word details
Syllables
2
ter · sest
Letters
7
t · e · r · s · e · s · t
Scrabble
7
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About the word “tersest”
The word “tersest” contains 2 syllables, divided as ter · sest. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tersest" have?
"tersest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tersest" into syllables?
"tersest" is divided into syllables as: ter · sest.
What is the Scrabble score for "tersest"?
The Scrabble score for "tersest" is 7 points.
Using “tersest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tersest" (ter · sest) 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, “tersest” 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 “tersest”
The letters in “tersest” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: retests, setters, streets, testers.