How many syllables in “nerds”?
syllable in "nerds"
Word details
Syllables
1
nerds
Letters
5
n · e · r · d · s
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “nerds”
The word “nerds” contains 1 syllable, divided as nerds. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nerds" have?
"nerds" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "nerds" into syllables?
"nerds" is divided into syllables as: nerds.
What is the Scrabble score for "nerds"?
The Scrabble score for "nerds" is 6 points.
Using “nerds” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "nerds" 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, “nerds” is worth 6 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 “nerds”
The letters in “nerds” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rends.