How many syllables in “ervils”?
syllables in "ervils"
Word details
Syllables
2
er · vils
Letters
6
e · r · v · i · l · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “ervils”
The word “ervils” contains 2 syllables, divided as er · vils. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ervils" have?
"ervils" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ervils" into syllables?
"ervils" is divided into syllables as: er · vils.
What is the Scrabble score for "ervils"?
The Scrabble score for "ervils" is 9 points.
Using “ervils” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ervils" (er · vils) 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, “ervils” is worth 9 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 “ervils”
The letters in “ervils” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: livers, livres, silver, sliver.