How many syllables in “nestles”?
syllables in "nestles"
Word details
Syllables
2
nes · tles
Letters
7
n · e · s · t · l · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “nestles”
The word “nestles” contains 2 syllables, divided as nes · tles. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nestles" have?
"nestles" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "nestles" into syllables?
"nestles" is divided into syllables as: nes · tles.
What is the Scrabble score for "nestles"?
The Scrabble score for "nestles" is 7 points.
Using “nestles” in writing
Two-syllable words like "nestles" (nes · tles) 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, “nestles” is worth 7 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 “nestles”
The letters in “nestles” can be rearranged to spell one other word: netless.