How many syllables in “rove”?
syllable in "rove"
Word details
Syllables
1
rove
Letters
4
r · o · v · e
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “rove”
The word “rove” contains 1 syllable, divided as rove. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rove" have?
"rove" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "rove" into syllables?
"rove" is divided into syllables as: rove.
What is the Scrabble score for "rove"?
The Scrabble score for "rove" is 7 points.
Using “rove” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "rove" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “rove” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “rove”
The letters in “rove” can be rearranged to spell one other word: over.