How many syllables in “turves”?
syllables in "turves"
Word details
Syllables
2
tur · ves
Letters
6
t · u · r · v · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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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.