How many syllables in “livres”?
syllables in "livres"
Word details
Syllables
2
liv · res
Letters
6
l · i · v · r · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “livres”
The word “livres” contains 2 syllables, divided as liv · res. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "livres" have?
"livres" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "livres" into syllables?
"livres" is divided into syllables as: liv · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "livres"?
The Scrabble score for "livres" is 9 points.
Using “livres” in writing
Two-syllable words like "livres" (liv · res) 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, “livres” is worth 9 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 “livres”
The letters in “livres” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: ervils, livers, silver, sliver.