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How many syllables in “turves”?

2

syllables in "turves"

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Word details

Syllables

2

tur · ves

Letters

6

t · u · r · v · e · s

Scrabble

9

points

Scrabble letter values

t1
u1
r1
v4
e1
s1

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About the word “turves

The word turves contains 2 syllables, divided as tur · ves. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "turves" have?

"turves" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "turves" into syllables?

"turves" is divided into syllables as: tur · ves.

What is the Scrabble score for "turves"?

The Scrabble score for "turves" is 9 points.

Using “turves” in writing

Two-syllable words like "turves" (tur · 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, turves 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 “turves

The letters in turves can be rearranged to spell one other word: vertus.

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