How many syllables in “nigh”?
1
syllable in "nigh"
nigh
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Word details
Syllables
1
nigh
Letters
4
n · i · g · h
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
n1
i1
g2
h4
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About the word “nigh”
The word “nigh” contains 1 syllable, divided as nigh. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nigh" have?
"nigh" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "nigh" into syllables?
"nigh" is divided into syllables as: nigh.
What is the Scrabble score for "nigh"?
The Scrabble score for "nigh" is 8 points.
Using “nigh” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "nigh" 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, “nigh” 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.