How many syllables in “anvil”?
syllables in "anvil"
Word details
Syllables
2
an · vil
Letters
5
a · n · v · i · l
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “anvil”
The word “anvil” contains 2 syllables, divided as an · vil. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "anvil" have?
"anvil" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "anvil" into syllables?
"anvil" is divided into syllables as: an · vil.
What is the Scrabble score for "anvil"?
The Scrabble score for "anvil" is 8 points.
Using “anvil” in writing
Two-syllable words like "anvil" (an · vil) 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, “anvil” is worth 8 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 “anvil”
The letters in “anvil” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: nival, vinal.