How many syllables in “lave”?
syllable in "lave"
Word details
Syllables
1
lave
Letters
4
l · a · v · e
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “lave”
The word “lave” contains 1 syllable, divided as lave. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lave" have?
"lave" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "lave" into syllables?
"lave" is divided into syllables as: lave.
What is the Scrabble score for "lave"?
The Scrabble score for "lave" is 7 points.
Using “lave” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "lave" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “lave” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “lave”
The letters in “lave” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: leva, vale, veal, vela.