How many syllables in “laves”?
syllables in "laves"
Word details
Syllables
2
la · ves
Letters
5
l · a · v · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “laves”
The word “laves” contains 2 syllables, divided as la · ves. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "laves" have?
"laves" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "laves" into syllables?
"laves" is divided into syllables as: la · ves.
What is the Scrabble score for "laves"?
The Scrabble score for "laves" is 8 points.
Using “laves” in writing
Two-syllable words like "laves" (la · 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, “laves” is worth 8 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 “laves”
The letters in “laves” can be rearranged to spell 6 other words: salve, selva, slave, vales, valse, veals.