How many syllables in “arrive”?
syllables in "arrive"
Word details
Syllables
2
arr · ive
Letters
6
a · r · r · i · v · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “arrive”
The word “arrive” contains 2 syllables, divided as arr · ive. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "arrive" have?
"arrive" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "arrive" into syllables?
"arrive" is divided into syllables as: arr · ive.
What is the Scrabble score for "arrive"?
The Scrabble score for "arrive" is 9 points.
Using “arrive” in writing
Two-syllable words like "arrive" (arr · ive) 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, “arrive” is worth 9 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 “arrive”
The letters in “arrive” can be rearranged to spell one other word: varier.