How many syllables in “nachas”?
syllables in "nachas"
Word details
Syllables
2
nac · has
Letters
6
n · a · c · h · a · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “nachas”
The word “nachas” contains 2 syllables, divided as nac · has. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nachas" have?
"nachas" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "nachas" into syllables?
"nachas" is divided into syllables as: nac · has.
What is the Scrabble score for "nachas"?
The Scrabble score for "nachas" is 11 points.
Using “nachas” in writing
Two-syllable words like "nachas" (nac · has) 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, “nachas” is worth 11 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 “nachas”
The letters in “nachas” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ashcan.