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How many syllables in “shrieves”?

2

syllables in "shrieves"

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Word details

Syllables

2

shrie · ves

Letters

8

s · h · r · i · e · v · e · s

Scrabble

14

points

Scrabble letter values

s1
h4
r1
i1
e1
v4
e1
s1

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About the word “shrieves

The word shrieves contains 2 syllables, divided as shrie · ves. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "shrieves" have?

"shrieves" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "shrieves" into syllables?

"shrieves" is divided into syllables as: shrie · ves.

What is the Scrabble score for "shrieves"?

The Scrabble score for "shrieves" is 14 points.

Using “shrieves” in writing

Two-syllable words like "shrieves" (shrie · ves) 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, shrieves is worth 14 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.

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