How many syllables in “serve”?
syllable in "serve"
Word details
Syllables
1
serve
Letters
5
s · e · r · v · e
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “serve”
The word “serve” contains 1 syllable, divided as serve. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "serve" have?
"serve" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "serve" into syllables?
"serve" is divided into syllables as: serve.
What is the Scrabble score for "serve"?
The Scrabble score for "serve" is 8 points.
Using “serve” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "serve" 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, “serve” 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 “serve”
The letters in “serve” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: sever, veers, verse.