How many syllables in “diverse”?
syllables in "diverse"
Word details
Syllables
2
dive · rse
Letters
7
d · i · v · e · r · s · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “diverse”
The word “diverse” contains 2 syllables, divided as dive · rse. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "diverse" have?
"diverse" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "diverse" into syllables?
"diverse" is divided into syllables as: dive · rse.
What is the Scrabble score for "diverse"?
The Scrabble score for "diverse" is 11 points.
Using “diverse” in writing
Two-syllable words like "diverse" (dive · rse) 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, “diverse” 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 “diverse”
The letters in “diverse” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: derives, deviser, revised.