How many syllables in “warmest”?
syllables in "warmest"
Word details
Syllables
2
war · mest
Letters
7
w · a · r · m · e · s · t
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “warmest”
The word “warmest” contains 2 syllables, divided as war · mest. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "warmest" have?
"warmest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "warmest" into syllables?
"warmest" is divided into syllables as: war · mest.
What is the Scrabble score for "warmest"?
The Scrabble score for "warmest" is 12 points.
Using “warmest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "warmest" (war · mest) 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, “warmest” is worth 12 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.