How many syllables in “nepotism”?
syllables in "nepotism"
Word details
Syllables
3
ne · po · tism
Letters
8
n · e · p · o · t · i · s · m
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “nepotism”
The word “nepotism” contains 3 syllables, divided as ne · po · tism. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nepotism" have?
"nepotism" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "nepotism" into syllables?
"nepotism" is divided into syllables as: ne · po · tism.
What is the Scrabble score for "nepotism"?
The Scrabble score for "nepotism" is 12 points.
Using “nepotism” in writing
Three-syllable words like "nepotism" (ne · po · tism) 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, “nepotism” is worth 12 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 “nepotism”
The letters in “nepotism” can be rearranged to spell one other word: pimentos.