How many syllables in “windiest”?
syllables in "windiest"
Word details
Syllables
2
win · diest
Letters
8
w · i · n · d · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “windiest”
The word “windiest” contains 2 syllables, divided as win · diest. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "windiest" have?
"windiest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "windiest" into syllables?
"windiest" is divided into syllables as: win · diest.
What is the Scrabble score for "windiest"?
The Scrabble score for "windiest" is 12 points.
Using “windiest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "windiest" (win · 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, “windiest” 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.