How many syllables in “lovers”?
syllables in "lovers"
Word details
Syllables
2
lo · vers
Letters
6
l · o · v · e · r · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “lovers”
The word “lovers” contains 2 syllables, divided as lo · vers. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lovers" have?
"lovers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lovers" into syllables?
"lovers" is divided into syllables as: lo · vers.
What is the Scrabble score for "lovers"?
The Scrabble score for "lovers" is 9 points.
Using “lovers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lovers" (lo · vers) 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, “lovers” 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 “lovers”
The letters in “lovers” can be rearranged to spell one other word: solver.