How many syllables in “nigger”?
syllables in "nigger"
Word details
Syllables
2
nig · ger
Letters
6
n · i · g · g · e · r
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “nigger”
The word “nigger” contains 2 syllables, divided as nig · ger. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nigger" have?
"nigger" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "nigger" into syllables?
"nigger" is divided into syllables as: nig · ger.
What is the Scrabble score for "nigger"?
The Scrabble score for "nigger" is 8 points.
Using “nigger” in writing
Two-syllable words like "nigger" (nig · ger) 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, “nigger” is worth 8 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.
Anagrams of “nigger”
The letters in “nigger” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ginger.