How many syllables in “niece”?
syllable in "niece"
Word details
Syllables
1
niece
Letters
5
n · i · e · c · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “niece”
The word “niece” contains 1 syllable, divided as niece. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "niece" have?
"niece" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "niece" into syllables?
"niece" is divided into syllables as: niece.
What is the Scrabble score for "niece"?
The Scrabble score for "niece" is 7 points.
Using “niece” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "niece" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “niece” 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.