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How many syllables in “niceties”?

3

syllables in "niceties"

niceties
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Word details

Syllables

3

ni · ce · ties

Letters

8

n · i · c · e · t · i · e · s

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

n1
i1
c3
e1
t1
i1
e1
s1

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About the word “niceties

The word niceties contains 3 syllables, divided as ni · ce · ties. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "niceties" have?

"niceties" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "niceties" into syllables?

"niceties" is divided into syllables as: ni · ce · ties.

What is the Scrabble score for "niceties"?

The Scrabble score for "niceties" is 10 points.

Using “niceties” in writing

Three-syllable words like "niceties" (ni · ce · ties) 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, niceties 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.

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