How many syllables in “strive”?
syllable in "strive"
Word details
Syllables
1
strive
Letters
6
s · t · r · i · v · e
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “strive”
The word “strive” contains 1 syllable, divided as strive. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "strive" have?
"strive" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "strive" into syllables?
"strive" is divided into syllables as: strive.
What is the Scrabble score for "strive"?
The Scrabble score for "strive" is 9 points.
Using “strive” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "strive" 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, “strive” 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 “strive”
The letters in “strive” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: rivets, stiver, verist.