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