How many syllables in “rives”?
syllables in "rives"
Word details
Syllables
2
ri · ves
Letters
5
r · i · v · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “rives”
The word “rives” contains 2 syllables, divided as ri · ves. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rives" have?
"rives" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rives" into syllables?
"rives" is divided into syllables as: ri · ves.
What is the Scrabble score for "rives"?
The Scrabble score for "rives" is 8 points.
Using “rives” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rives" (ri · ves) 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, “rives” is worth 8 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 “rives”
The letters in “rives” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: siver, viers, vires.