How many syllables in “nawab”?
syllables in "nawab"
Word details
Syllables
2
na · wab
Letters
5
n · a · w · a · b
Scrabble
10
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About the word “nawab”
The word “nawab” contains 2 syllables, divided as na · wab. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nawab" have?
"nawab" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "nawab" into syllables?
"nawab" is divided into syllables as: na · wab.
What is the Scrabble score for "nawab"?
The Scrabble score for "nawab" is 10 points.
Using “nawab” in writing
Two-syllable words like "nawab" (na · wab) 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, “nawab” is worth 10 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 “nawab”
The letters in “nawab” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bwana.