How many syllables in “thymiest”?
syllables in "thymiest"
Word details
Syllables
2
thy · miest
Letters
8
t · h · y · m · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “thymiest”
The word “thymiest” contains 2 syllables, divided as thy · miest. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thymiest" have?
"thymiest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "thymiest" into syllables?
"thymiest" is divided into syllables as: thy · miest.
What is the Scrabble score for "thymiest"?
The Scrabble score for "thymiest" is 16 points.
Using “thymiest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "thymiest" (thy · miest) 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, “thymiest” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “thymiest”
The letters in “thymiest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mythiest.