How many syllables in “agaves”?
syllables in "agaves"
Word details
Syllables
3
a · ga · ves
Letters
6
a · g · a · v · e · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “agaves”
The word “agaves” contains 3 syllables, divided as a · ga · ves. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "agaves" have?
"agaves" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "agaves" into syllables?
"agaves" is divided into syllables as: a · ga · ves.
What is the Scrabble score for "agaves"?
The Scrabble score for "agaves" is 10 points.
Using “agaves” in writing
Three-syllable words like "agaves" (a · ga · ves) 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, “agaves” is worth 10 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 “agaves”
The letters in “agaves” can be rearranged to spell one other word: savage.