How many syllables in “bereaving”?
syllables in "bereaving"
Word details
Syllables
3
be · rea · ving
Letters
9
b · e · r · e · a · v · i · n · g
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “bereaving”
The word “bereaving” contains 3 syllables, divided as be · rea · ving. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bereaving" have?
"bereaving" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "bereaving" into syllables?
"bereaving" is divided into syllables as: be · rea · ving.
What is the Scrabble score for "bereaving"?
The Scrabble score for "bereaving" is 15 points.
Using “bereaving” in writing
Three-syllable words like "bereaving" (be · rea · ving) 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, “bereaving” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “bereaving”
The letters in “bereaving” can be rearranged to spell one other word: beavering.