How many syllables in “bereaved”?
syllables in "bereaved"
Word details
Syllables
2
bere · aved
Letters
8
b · e · r · e · a · v · e · d
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “bereaved”
The word “bereaved” contains 2 syllables, divided as bere · aved. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bereaved" have?
"bereaved" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "bereaved" into syllables?
"bereaved" is divided into syllables as: bere · aved.
What is the Scrabble score for "bereaved"?
The Scrabble score for "bereaved" is 14 points.
Using “bereaved” in writing
Two-syllable words like "bereaved" (bere · aved) 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, “bereaved” is worth 14 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 “bereaved”
The letters in “bereaved” can be rearranged to spell one other word: beavered.