How many syllables in “pervades”?
syllables in "pervades"
Word details
Syllables
3
per · va · des
Letters
8
p · e · r · v · a · d · e · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “pervades”
The word “pervades” contains 3 syllables, divided as per · va · des. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pervades" have?
"pervades" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "pervades" into syllables?
"pervades" is divided into syllables as: per · va · des.
What is the Scrabble score for "pervades"?
The Scrabble score for "pervades" is 14 points.
Using “pervades” in writing
Three-syllable words like "pervades" (per · va · des) 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, “pervades” is worth 14 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 “pervades”
The letters in “pervades” can be rearranged to spell one other word: depraves.