How many syllables in “vest”?
syllable in "vest"
Word details
Syllables
1
vest
Letters
4
v · e · s · t
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “vest”
The word “vest” contains 1 syllable, divided as vest. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "vest" have?
"vest" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "vest" into syllables?
"vest" is divided into syllables as: vest.
What is the Scrabble score for "vest"?
The Scrabble score for "vest" is 7 points.
Using “vest” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "vest" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “vest” 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 “vest”
The letters in “vest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: vets.