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