How many syllables in “neither”?
syllables in "neither"
Word details
Syllables
2
neit · her
Letters
7
n · e · i · t · h · e · r
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “neither”
The word “neither” contains 2 syllables, divided as neit · her. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "neither" have?
"neither" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "neither" into syllables?
"neither" is divided into syllables as: neit · her.
What is the Scrabble score for "neither"?
The Scrabble score for "neither" is 10 points.
Using “neither” in writing
Two-syllable words like "neither" (neit · her) 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, “neither” 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 “neither”
The letters in “neither” can be rearranged to spell one other word: therein.