How many syllables in “nickelodeon”?
syllables in "nickelodeon"
Word details
Syllables
4
nic · ke · lo · deon
Letters
11
n · i · c · k · e · l · o · d · e · o · n
Scrabble
18
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About the word “nickelodeon”
The word “nickelodeon” contains 4 syllables, divided as nic · ke · lo · deon. It has 11 letters.
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How many syllables does "nickelodeon" have?
"nickelodeon" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "nickelodeon" into syllables?
"nickelodeon" is divided into syllables as: nic · ke · lo · deon.
What is the Scrabble score for "nickelodeon"?
The Scrabble score for "nickelodeon" is 18 points.
Using “nickelodeon” in writing
Four-syllable words like "nickelodeon" (nic · ke · lo · deon) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “nickelodeon” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.