How many syllables in “waiver”?
syllables in "waiver"
Word details
Syllables
2
wai · ver
Letters
6
w · a · i · v · e · r
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “waiver”
The word “waiver” contains 2 syllables, divided as wai · ver. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "waiver" have?
"waiver" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "waiver" into syllables?
"waiver" is divided into syllables as: wai · ver.
What is the Scrabble score for "waiver"?
The Scrabble score for "waiver" is 12 points.
Using “waiver” in writing
Two-syllable words like "waiver" (wai · ver) 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, “waiver” is worth 12 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 “waiver”
The letters in “waiver” can be rearranged to spell one other word: wavier.