How many syllables in “vainest”?
syllables in "vainest"
Word details
Syllables
2
vai · nest
Letters
7
v · a · i · n · e · s · t
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “vainest”
The word “vainest” contains 2 syllables, divided as vai · nest. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "vainest" have?
"vainest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "vainest" into syllables?
"vainest" is divided into syllables as: vai · nest.
What is the Scrabble score for "vainest"?
The Scrabble score for "vainest" is 10 points.
Using “vainest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "vainest" (vai · nest) 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, “vainest” 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.
Anagrams of “vainest”
The letters in “vainest” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: naivest, natives.