How many syllables in “nil”?
syllable in "nil"
Word details
Syllables
1
nil
Letters
3
n · i · l
Scrabble
3
points
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About the word “nil”
The word “nil” contains 1 syllable, divided as nil. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nil" have?
"nil" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "nil" into syllables?
"nil" is divided into syllables as: nil.
What is the Scrabble score for "nil"?
The Scrabble score for "nil" is 3 points.
Using “nil” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "nil" 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, “nil” is worth 3 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “nil”
The letters in “nil” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lin.