How many syllables in “whitest”?
syllables in "whitest"
Word details
Syllables
2
whi · test
Letters
7
w · h · i · t · e · s · t
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “whitest”
The word “whitest” contains 2 syllables, divided as whi · test. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "whitest" have?
"whitest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "whitest" into syllables?
"whitest" is divided into syllables as: whi · test.
What is the Scrabble score for "whitest"?
The Scrabble score for "whitest" is 13 points.
Using “whitest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "whitest" (whi · test) 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, “whitest” is worth 13 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 “whitest”
The letters in “whitest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: wettish.