How many syllables in “stave”?
syllable in "stave"
Word details
Syllables
1
stave
Letters
5
s · t · a · v · e
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “stave”
The word “stave” contains 1 syllable, divided as stave. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stave" have?
"stave" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "stave" into syllables?
"stave" is divided into syllables as: stave.
What is the Scrabble score for "stave"?
The Scrabble score for "stave" is 8 points.
Using “stave” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "stave" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “stave” is worth 8 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 “stave”
The letters in “stave” can be rearranged to spell one other word: vesta.