How many syllables in “niellists”?
syllables in "niellists"
Word details
Syllables
2
niel · lists
Letters
9
n · i · e · l · l · i · s · t · s
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “niellists”
The word “niellists” contains 2 syllables, divided as niel · lists. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "niellists" have?
"niellists" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "niellists" into syllables?
"niellists" is divided into syllables as: niel · lists.
What is the Scrabble score for "niellists"?
The Scrabble score for "niellists" is 9 points.
Using “niellists” in writing
Two-syllable words like "niellists" (niel · lists) 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, “niellists” is worth 9 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.