How many syllables in “whitiest”?
syllables in "whitiest"
Word details
Syllables
2
whi · tiest
Letters
8
w · h · i · t · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “whitiest”
The word “whitiest” contains 2 syllables, divided as whi · tiest. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "whitiest" have?
"whitiest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "whitiest" into syllables?
"whitiest" is divided into syllables as: whi · tiest.
What is the Scrabble score for "whitiest"?
The Scrabble score for "whitiest" is 14 points.
Using “whitiest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "whitiest" (whi · tiest) 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, “whitiest” is worth 14 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 “whitiest”
The letters in “whitiest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: withiest.