How many syllables in “nervine”?
syllables in "nervine"
Word details
Syllables
2
nerv · ine
Letters
7
n · e · r · v · i · n · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “nervine”
The word “nervine” contains 2 syllables, divided as nerv · ine. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nervine" have?
"nervine" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "nervine" into syllables?
"nervine" is divided into syllables as: nerv · ine.
What is the Scrabble score for "nervine"?
The Scrabble score for "nervine" is 10 points.
Using “nervine” in writing
Two-syllable words like "nervine" (nerv · ine) 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, “nervine” 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 “nervine”
The letters in “nervine” can be rearranged to spell one other word: innerve.