How many syllables in “savor”?
syllables in "savor"
Word details
Syllables
2
sa · vor
Letters
5
s · a · v · o · r
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “savor”
The word “savor” contains 2 syllables, divided as sa · vor. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "savor" have?
"savor" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "savor" into syllables?
"savor" is divided into syllables as: sa · vor.
What is the Scrabble score for "savor"?
The Scrabble score for "savor" is 8 points.
Using “savor” in writing
Two-syllable words like "savor" (sa · vor) 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, “savor” 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 “savor”
The letters in “savor” can be rearranged to spell one other word: arvos.