How many syllables in “serviceberries”?
syllables in "serviceberries"
Word details
Syllables
5
ser · vi · ce · ber · ries
Letters
14
s · e · r · v · i · c · e · b · e · r · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “serviceberries”
The word “serviceberries” contains 5 syllables, divided as ser · vi · ce · ber · ries. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "serviceberries" have?
"serviceberries" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "serviceberries" into syllables?
"serviceberries" is divided into syllables as: ser · vi · ce · ber · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "serviceberries"?
The Scrabble score for "serviceberries" is 21 points.
Using “serviceberries” in writing
"serviceberries" (ser · vi · ce · ber · ries) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “serviceberries” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.