How many syllables in “nimrods”?
syllables in "nimrods"
Word details
Syllables
2
nim · rods
Letters
7
n · i · m · r · o · d · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “nimrods”
The word “nimrods” contains 2 syllables, divided as nim · rods. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nimrods" have?
"nimrods" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "nimrods" into syllables?
"nimrods" is divided into syllables as: nim · rods.
What is the Scrabble score for "nimrods"?
The Scrabble score for "nimrods" is 10 points.
Using “nimrods” in writing
Two-syllable words like "nimrods" (nim · rods) 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, “nimrods” is worth 10 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 “nimrods”
The letters in “nimrods” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dormins.