How many syllables in “adverb”?
syllables in "adverb"
Word details
Syllables
2
ad · verb
Letters
6
a · d · v · e · r · b
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “adverb”
The word “adverb” contains 2 syllables, divided as ad · verb. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "adverb" have?
"adverb" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "adverb" into syllables?
"adverb" is divided into syllables as: ad · verb.
What is the Scrabble score for "adverb"?
The Scrabble score for "adverb" is 12 points.
Using “adverb” in writing
Two-syllable words like "adverb" (ad · verb) 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, “adverb” 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.
Anagrams of “adverb”
The letters in “adverb” can be rearranged to spell one other word: braved.