How many syllables in “womanliest”?
syllables in "womanliest"
Word details
Syllables
3
wo · man · liest
Letters
10
w · o · m · a · n · l · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “womanliest”
The word “womanliest” contains 3 syllables, divided as wo · man · liest. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "womanliest" have?
"womanliest" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "womanliest" into syllables?
"womanliest" is divided into syllables as: wo · man · liest.
What is the Scrabble score for "womanliest"?
The Scrabble score for "womanliest" is 15 points.
Using “womanliest” in writing
Three-syllable words like "womanliest" (wo · man · liest) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “womanliest” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.