How many syllables in “thirstiest”?
syllables in "thirstiest"
Word details
Syllables
2
thir · stiest
Letters
10
t · h · i · r · s · t · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “thirstiest”
The word “thirstiest” contains 2 syllables, divided as thir · stiest. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thirstiest" have?
"thirstiest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "thirstiest" into syllables?
"thirstiest" is divided into syllables as: thir · stiest.
What is the Scrabble score for "thirstiest"?
The Scrabble score for "thirstiest" is 13 points.
Using “thirstiest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "thirstiest" (thir · stiest) 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, “thirstiest” is worth 13 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 “thirstiest”
The letters in “thirstiest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tritheists.