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How many syllables in “rivieres”?

3

syllables in "rivieres"

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Word details

Syllables

3

ri · vie · res

Letters

8

r · i · v · i · e · r · e · s

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

r1
i1
v4
i1
e1
r1
e1
s1

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About the word “rivieres

The word rivieres contains 3 syllables, divided as ri · vie · res. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "rivieres" have?

"rivieres" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "rivieres" into syllables?

"rivieres" is divided into syllables as: ri · vie · res.

What is the Scrabble score for "rivieres"?

The Scrabble score for "rivieres" is 11 points.

Using “rivieres” in writing

Three-syllable words like "rivieres" (ri · vie · res) 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, rivieres is worth 11 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.

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