How many syllables in “weariest”?
syllables in "weariest"
Word details
Syllables
2
wea · riest
Letters
8
w · e · a · r · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
11
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “weariest”
The word “weariest” contains 2 syllables, divided as wea · riest. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "weariest" have?
"weariest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "weariest" into syllables?
"weariest" is divided into syllables as: wea · riest.
What is the Scrabble score for "weariest"?
The Scrabble score for "weariest" is 11 points.
Using “weariest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "weariest" (wea · riest) 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, “weariest” is worth 11 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 “weariest”
The letters in “weariest” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: sweatier, wasterie.