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How many syllables in “nephridium”?

3

syllables in "nephridium"

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Word details

Syllables

3

nep · hri · dium

Letters

10

n · e · p · h · r · i · d · i · u · m

Scrabble

18

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Scrabble letter values

n1
e1
p3
h4
r1
i1
d2
i1
u1
m3

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About the word “nephridium

The word nephridium contains 3 syllables, divided as nep · hri · dium. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "nephridium" have?

"nephridium" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "nephridium" into syllables?

"nephridium" is divided into syllables as: nep · hri · dium.

What is the Scrabble score for "nephridium"?

The Scrabble score for "nephridium" is 18 points.

Using “nephridium” in writing

Three-syllable words like "nephridium" (nep · hri · dium) 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, nephridium is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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