How many syllables in “nip”?
syllable in "nip"
Word details
Syllables
1
nip
Letters
3
n · i · p
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “nip”
The word “nip” contains 1 syllable, divided as nip. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nip" have?
"nip" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "nip" into syllables?
"nip" is divided into syllables as: nip.
What is the Scrabble score for "nip"?
The Scrabble score for "nip" is 5 points.
Using “nip” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "nip" 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, “nip” 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.
Anagrams of “nip”
The letters in “nip” can be rearranged to spell one other word: pin.