How many syllables in “riverside”?
syllables in "riverside"
Word details
Syllables
3
riv · ers · ide
Letters
9
r · i · v · e · r · s · i · d · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “riverside”
The word “riverside” contains 3 syllables, divided as riv · ers · ide. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "riverside" have?
"riverside" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "riverside" into syllables?
"riverside" is divided into syllables as: riv · ers · ide.
What is the Scrabble score for "riverside"?
The Scrabble score for "riverside" is 13 points.
Using “riverside” in writing
Three-syllable words like "riverside" (riv · ers · ide) 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, “riverside” is worth 13 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.