How many syllables in “nim”?
1
syllable in "nim"
nim
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Word details
Syllables
1
nim
Letters
3
n · i · m
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
n1
i1
m3
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About the word “nim”
The word “nim” contains 1 syllable, divided as nim. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nim" have?
"nim" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "nim" into syllables?
"nim" is divided into syllables as: nim.
What is the Scrabble score for "nim"?
The Scrabble score for "nim" is 5 points.
Using “nim” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "nim" 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, “nim” is worth 5 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.