How many syllables in “shaven”?
syllables in "shaven"
Word details
Syllables
2
sha · ven
Letters
6
s · h · a · v · e · n
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “shaven”
The word “shaven” contains 2 syllables, divided as sha · ven. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shaven" have?
"shaven" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "shaven" into syllables?
"shaven" is divided into syllables as: sha · ven.
What is the Scrabble score for "shaven"?
The Scrabble score for "shaven" is 12 points.
Using “shaven” in writing
Two-syllable words like "shaven" (sha · ven) 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, “shaven” is worth 12 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 “shaven”
The letters in “shaven” can be rearranged to spell one other word: havens.