How many syllables in “livery”?
syllables in "livery"
Word details
Syllables
3
li · ve · ry
Letters
6
l · i · v · e · r · y
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “livery”
The word “livery” contains 3 syllables, divided as li · ve · ry. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "livery" have?
"livery" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "livery" into syllables?
"livery" is divided into syllables as: li · ve · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "livery"?
The Scrabble score for "livery" is 12 points.
Using “livery” in writing
Three-syllable words like "livery" (li · ve · ry) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “livery” is worth 12 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 “livery”
The letters in “livery” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: livyer, verily.