How many syllables in “nab”?
syllable in "nab"
Word details
Syllables
1
nab
Letters
3
n · a · b
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “nab”
The word “nab” contains 1 syllable, divided as nab. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nab" have?
"nab" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "nab" into syllables?
"nab" is divided into syllables as: nab.
What is the Scrabble score for "nab"?
The Scrabble score for "nab" is 5 points.
Using “nab” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "nab" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “nab” is worth 5 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “nab”
The letters in “nab” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ban.