How many syllables in “contravene”?
syllables in "contravene"
Word details
Syllables
3
cont · rave · ne
Letters
10
c · o · n · t · r · a · v · e · n · e
Scrabble
15
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About the word “contravene”
The word “contravene” contains 3 syllables, divided as cont · rave · ne. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "contravene" have?
"contravene" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "contravene" into syllables?
"contravene" is divided into syllables as: cont · rave · ne.
What is the Scrabble score for "contravene"?
The Scrabble score for "contravene" is 15 points.
Using “contravene” in writing
Three-syllable words like "contravene" (cont · rave · ne) 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, “contravene” 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 “contravene”
The letters in “contravene” can be rearranged to spell one other word: covenanter.