How many syllables in “servitude”?
syllables in "servitude"
Word details
Syllables
3
ser · vit · ude
Letters
9
s · e · r · v · i · t · u · d · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “servitude”
The word “servitude” contains 3 syllables, divided as ser · vit · ude. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "servitude" have?
"servitude" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "servitude" into syllables?
"servitude" is divided into syllables as: ser · vit · ude.
What is the Scrabble score for "servitude"?
The Scrabble score for "servitude" is 13 points.
Using “servitude” in writing
Three-syllable words like "servitude" (ser · vit · ude) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “servitude” is worth 13 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.