How many syllables in “nasties”?
syllables in "nasties"
Word details
Syllables
2
na · sties
Letters
7
n · a · s · t · i · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “nasties”
The word “nasties” contains 2 syllables, divided as na · sties. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nasties" have?
"nasties" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "nasties" into syllables?
"nasties" is divided into syllables as: na · sties.
What is the Scrabble score for "nasties"?
The Scrabble score for "nasties" is 7 points.
Using “nasties” in writing
Two-syllable words like "nasties" (na · sties) 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, “nasties” is worth 7 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 “nasties”
The letters in “nasties” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: entasis, sestina, tansies, tisanes.