How many syllables in “shivering”?
syllables in "shivering"
Word details
Syllables
3
shi · ve · ring
Letters
9
s · h · i · v · e · r · i · n · g
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “shivering”
The word “shivering” contains 3 syllables, divided as shi · ve · ring. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shivering" have?
"shivering" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "shivering" into syllables?
"shivering" is divided into syllables as: shi · ve · ring.
What is the Scrabble score for "shivering"?
The Scrabble score for "shivering" is 16 points.
Using “shivering” in writing
Three-syllable words like "shivering" (shi · ve · ring) 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, “shivering” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “shivering”
The letters in “shivering” can be rearranged to spell one other word: shrieving.