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How many syllables in “nescients”?

2

syllables in "nescients"

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Word details

Syllables

2

ne · scients

Letters

9

n · e · s · c · i · e · n · t · s

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

n1
e1
s1
c3
i1
e1
n1
t1
s1

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About the word “nescients

The word nescients contains 2 syllables, divided as ne · scients. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "nescients" have?

"nescients" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "nescients" into syllables?

"nescients" is divided into syllables as: ne · scients.

What is the Scrabble score for "nescients"?

The Scrabble score for "nescients" is 11 points.

Using “nescients” in writing

Two-syllable words like "nescients" (ne · scients) 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, nescients 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.

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