How many syllables in “nightless”?
syllables in "nightless"
Word details
Syllables
2
nig · htless
Letters
9
n · i · g · h · t · l · e · s · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “nightless”
The word “nightless” contains 2 syllables, divided as nig · htless. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nightless" have?
"nightless" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "nightless" into syllables?
"nightless" is divided into syllables as: nig · htless.
What is the Scrabble score for "nightless"?
The Scrabble score for "nightless" is 13 points.
Using “nightless” in writing
Two-syllable words like "nightless" (nig · htless) 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, “nightless” is worth 13 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 “nightless”
The letters in “nightless” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lightness.