How many syllables in “nervines”?
syllables in "nervines"
Word details
Syllables
3
ner · vi · nes
Letters
8
n · e · r · v · i · n · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “nervines”
The word “nervines” contains 3 syllables, divided as ner · vi · nes. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nervines" have?
"nervines" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "nervines" into syllables?
"nervines" is divided into syllables as: ner · vi · nes.
What is the Scrabble score for "nervines"?
The Scrabble score for "nervines" is 11 points.
Using “nervines” in writing
Three-syllable words like "nervines" (ner · vi · nes) 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, “nervines” is worth 11 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 “nervines”
The letters in “nervines” can be rearranged to spell one other word: innerves.