How many syllables in “nabes”?
syllables in "nabes"
Word details
Syllables
2
na · bes
Letters
5
n · a · b · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “nabes”
The word “nabes” contains 2 syllables, divided as na · bes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nabes" have?
"nabes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "nabes" into syllables?
"nabes" is divided into syllables as: na · bes.
What is the Scrabble score for "nabes"?
The Scrabble score for "nabes" is 7 points.
Using “nabes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "nabes" (na · bes) 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, “nabes” is worth 7 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 “nabes”
The letters in “nabes” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: banes, beans.