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How many syllables in “wieldiest”?

2

syllables in "wieldiest"

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Word details

Syllables

2

wiel · diest

Letters

9

w · i · e · l · d · i · e · s · t

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

w4
i1
e1
l1
d2
i1
e1
s1
t1

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About the word “wieldiest

The word wieldiest contains 2 syllables, divided as wiel · diest. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "wieldiest" have?

"wieldiest" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "wieldiest" into syllables?

"wieldiest" is divided into syllables as: wiel · diest.

What is the Scrabble score for "wieldiest"?

The Scrabble score for "wieldiest" is 13 points.

Using “wieldiest” in writing

Two-syllable words like "wieldiest" (wiel · diest) 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, wieldiest 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.

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