How many syllables in “nargiles”?
syllables in "nargiles"
Word details
Syllables
3
nar · gi · les
Letters
8
n · a · r · g · i · l · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “nargiles”
The word “nargiles” contains 3 syllables, divided as nar · gi · les. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nargiles" have?
"nargiles" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "nargiles" into syllables?
"nargiles" is divided into syllables as: nar · gi · les.
What is the Scrabble score for "nargiles"?
The Scrabble score for "nargiles" is 9 points.
Using “nargiles” in writing
Three-syllable words like "nargiles" (nar · gi · 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, “nargiles” is worth 9 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 “nargiles”
The letters in “nargiles” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: aligners, engrails, realigns, signaler, slangier.