How many syllables in “nimrod”?
syllables in "nimrod"
Word details
Syllables
2
nim · rod
Letters
6
n · i · m · r · o · d
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “nimrod”
The word “nimrod” contains 2 syllables, divided as nim · rod. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nimrod" have?
"nimrod" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "nimrod" into syllables?
"nimrod" is divided into syllables as: nim · rod.
What is the Scrabble score for "nimrod"?
The Scrabble score for "nimrod" is 9 points.
Using “nimrod” in writing
Two-syllable words like "nimrod" (nim · rod) 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, “nimrod” 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.
Anagrams of “nimrod”
The letters in “nimrod” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dormin.