How many syllables in “nadir”?
syllables in "nadir"
Word details
Syllables
2
na · dir
Letters
5
n · a · d · i · r
Scrabble
6
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About the word “nadir”
The word “nadir” contains 2 syllables, divided as na · dir. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nadir" have?
"nadir" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "nadir" into syllables?
"nadir" is divided into syllables as: na · dir.
What is the Scrabble score for "nadir"?
The Scrabble score for "nadir" is 6 points.
Using “nadir” in writing
Two-syllable words like "nadir" (na · dir) 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, “nadir” is worth 6 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 “nadir”
The letters in “nadir” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: dinar, drain, ranid.