How many syllables in “various”?
syllables in "various"
Word details
Syllables
2
various
Letters
7
v · a · r · i · o · u · s
Scrabble
10
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “various”
The word “various” contains 2 syllables, divided as various. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "various" have?
"various" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "various" into syllables?
"various" is divided into syllables as: various.
What is the Scrabble score for "various"?
The Scrabble score for "various" is 10 points.
Using “various” in writing
Two-syllable words like "various" (various) 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, “various” is worth 10 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 “various”
The letters in “various” can be rearranged to spell one other word: saviour.