How many syllables in “sloven”?
syllables in "sloven"
Word details
Syllables
2
slo · ven
Letters
6
s · l · o · v · e · n
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “sloven”
The word “sloven” contains 2 syllables, divided as slo · ven. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sloven" have?
"sloven" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sloven" into syllables?
"sloven" is divided into syllables as: slo · ven.
What is the Scrabble score for "sloven"?
The Scrabble score for "sloven" is 9 points.
Using “sloven” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sloven" (slo · 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, “sloven” is worth 9 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 “sloven”
The letters in “sloven” can be rearranged to spell one other word: novels.