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