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How many syllables in “bravure”?

2

syllables in "bravure"

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Word details

Syllables

2

brav · ure

Letters

7

b · r · a · v · u · r · e

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

b3
r1
a1
v4
u1
r1
e1

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About the word “bravure

The word bravure contains 2 syllables, divided as brav · ure. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "bravure" have?

"bravure" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "bravure" into syllables?

"bravure" is divided into syllables as: brav · ure.

What is the Scrabble score for "bravure"?

The Scrabble score for "bravure" is 12 points.

Using “bravure” in writing

Two-syllable words like "bravure" (brav · ure) 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, bravure is worth 12 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.

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