How many syllables in “ugliest”?
syllables in "ugliest"
Word details
Syllables
2
u · gliest
Letters
7
u · g · l · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “ugliest”
The word “ugliest” contains 2 syllables, divided as u · gliest. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ugliest" have?
"ugliest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ugliest" into syllables?
"ugliest" is divided into syllables as: u · gliest.
What is the Scrabble score for "ugliest"?
The Scrabble score for "ugliest" is 8 points.
Using “ugliest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ugliest" (u · gliest) 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, “ugliest” is worth 8 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 “ugliest”
The letters in “ugliest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: gluiest.