How many syllables in “narghiles”?
syllables in "narghiles"
Word details
Syllables
3
nar · ghi · les
Letters
9
n · a · r · g · h · i · l · e · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “narghiles”
The word “narghiles” contains 3 syllables, divided as nar · ghi · les. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "narghiles" have?
"narghiles" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "narghiles" into syllables?
"narghiles" is divided into syllables as: nar · ghi · les.
What is the Scrabble score for "narghiles"?
The Scrabble score for "narghiles" is 13 points.
Using “narghiles” in writing
Three-syllable words like "narghiles" (nar · ghi · les) 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, “narghiles” is worth 13 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 “narghiles”
The letters in “narghiles” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: ashlering, nargilehs, shearling.