How many syllables in “civets”?
syllables in "civets"
Word details
Syllables
2
ci · vets
Letters
6
c · i · v · e · t · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “civets”
The word “civets” contains 2 syllables, divided as ci · vets. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "civets" have?
"civets" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "civets" into syllables?
"civets" is divided into syllables as: ci · vets.
What is the Scrabble score for "civets"?
The Scrabble score for "civets" is 11 points.
Using “civets” in writing
Two-syllable words like "civets" (ci · vets) 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, “civets” is worth 11 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 “civets”
The letters in “civets” can be rearranged to spell one other word: evicts.