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How many syllables in “fervour”?

2

syllables in "fervour"

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Word details

Syllables

2

fer · vour

Letters

7

f · e · r · v · o · u · r

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

f4
e1
r1
v4
o1
u1
r1

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About the word “fervour

The word fervour contains 2 syllables, divided as fer · vour. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "fervour" have?

"fervour" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "fervour" into syllables?

"fervour" is divided into syllables as: fer · vour.

What is the Scrabble score for "fervour"?

The Scrabble score for "fervour" is 13 points.

Using “fervour” in writing

Two-syllable words like "fervour" (fer · vour) 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, fervour is worth 13 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.

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