How many syllables in “serving”?
syllables in "serving"
Word details
Syllables
2
ser · ving
Letters
7
s · e · r · v · i · n · g
Scrabble
11
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “serving”
The word “serving” contains 2 syllables, divided as ser · ving. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "serving" have?
"serving" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "serving" into syllables?
"serving" is divided into syllables as: ser · ving.
What is the Scrabble score for "serving"?
The Scrabble score for "serving" is 11 points.
Using “serving” in writing
Two-syllable words like "serving" (ser · ving) 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, “serving” 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.
Anagrams of “serving”
The letters in “serving” can be rearranged to spell one other word: versing.