How many syllables in “narghile”?
syllables in "narghile"
Word details
Syllables
3
nar · ghi · le
Letters
8
n · a · r · g · h · i · l · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “narghile”
The word “narghile” contains 3 syllables, divided as nar · ghi · le. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "narghile" have?
"narghile" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "narghile" into syllables?
"narghile" is divided into syllables as: nar · ghi · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "narghile"?
The Scrabble score for "narghile" is 12 points.
Using “narghile” in writing
Three-syllable words like "narghile" (nar · ghi · le) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “narghile” is worth 12 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 “narghile”
The letters in “narghile” can be rearranged to spell one other word: nargileh.