How many syllables in “nickeliferous”?
syllables in "nickeliferous"
Word details
Syllables
5
nic · ke · li · fe · rous
Letters
13
n · i · c · k · e · l · i · f · e · r · o · u · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “nickeliferous”
The word “nickeliferous” contains 5 syllables, divided as nic · ke · li · fe · rous. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nickeliferous" have?
"nickeliferous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "nickeliferous" into syllables?
"nickeliferous" is divided into syllables as: nic · ke · li · fe · rous.
What is the Scrabble score for "nickeliferous"?
The Scrabble score for "nickeliferous" is 22 points.
Using “nickeliferous” in writing
"nickeliferous" (nic · ke · li · fe · rous) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “nickeliferous” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.