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