How many syllables in “nerd”?
syllable in "nerd"
Word details
Syllables
1
nerd
Letters
4
n · e · r · d
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “nerd”
The word “nerd” contains 1 syllable, divided as nerd. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nerd" have?
"nerd" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "nerd" into syllables?
"nerd" is divided into syllables as: nerd.
What is the Scrabble score for "nerd"?
The Scrabble score for "nerd" is 5 points.
Using “nerd” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "nerd" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “nerd” is worth 5 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 “nerd”
The letters in “nerd” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rend.