How many syllables in “liver”?
syllables in "liver"
Word details
Syllables
2
li · ver
Letters
5
l · i · v · e · r
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “liver”
The word “liver” contains 2 syllables, divided as li · ver. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "liver" have?
"liver" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "liver" into syllables?
"liver" is divided into syllables as: li · ver.
What is the Scrabble score for "liver"?
The Scrabble score for "liver" is 8 points.
Using “liver” in writing
Two-syllable words like "liver" (li · ver) 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, “liver” 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 “liver”
The letters in “liver” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: ervil, livre, viler.