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