How many syllables in “spavies”?
syllables in "spavies"
Word details
Syllables
2
spa · vies
Letters
7
s · p · a · v · i · e · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “spavies”
The word “spavies” contains 2 syllables, divided as spa · vies. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "spavies" have?
"spavies" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "spavies" into syllables?
"spavies" is divided into syllables as: spa · vies.
What is the Scrabble score for "spavies"?
The Scrabble score for "spavies" is 12 points.
Using “spavies” in writing
Two-syllable words like "spavies" (spa · vies) 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, “spavies” 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 “spavies”
The letters in “spavies” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: passive, pavises.