How many syllables in “niggers”?
syllables in "niggers"
Word details
Syllables
2
nig · gers
Letters
7
n · i · g · g · e · r · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “niggers”
The word “niggers” contains 2 syllables, divided as nig · gers. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "niggers" have?
"niggers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "niggers" into syllables?
"niggers" is divided into syllables as: nig · gers.
What is the Scrabble score for "niggers"?
The Scrabble score for "niggers" is 9 points.
Using “niggers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "niggers" (nig · gers) 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, “niggers” 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.
Anagrams of “niggers”
The letters in “niggers” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: gingers, serging, snigger.