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How many syllables in “nihils”?

2

syllables in "nihils"

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Word details

Syllables

2

ni · hils

Letters

6

n · i · h · i · l · s

Scrabble

9

points

Scrabble letter values

n1
i1
h4
i1
l1
s1

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About the word “nihils

The word nihils contains 2 syllables, divided as ni · hils. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "nihils" have?

"nihils" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "nihils" into syllables?

"nihils" is divided into syllables as: ni · hils.

What is the Scrabble score for "nihils"?

The Scrabble score for "nihils" is 9 points.

Using “nihils” in writing

Two-syllable words like "nihils" (ni · hils) 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, nihils 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.

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