How many syllables in “diva”?
syllables in "diva"
Word details
Syllables
2
di · va
Letters
4
d · i · v · a
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “diva”
The word “diva” contains 2 syllables, divided as di · va. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "diva" have?
"diva" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "diva" into syllables?
"diva" is divided into syllables as: di · va.
What is the Scrabble score for "diva"?
The Scrabble score for "diva" is 8 points.
Using “diva” in writing
Two-syllable words like "diva" (di · va) 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, “diva” is worth 8 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 “diva”
The letters in “diva” can be rearranged to spell one other word: avid.