How many syllables in “nitric”?
syllables in "nitric"
Word details
Syllables
2
ni · tric
Letters
6
n · i · t · r · i · c
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “nitric”
The word “nitric” contains 2 syllables, divided as ni · tric. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nitric" have?
"nitric" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "nitric" into syllables?
"nitric" is divided into syllables as: ni · tric.
What is the Scrabble score for "nitric"?
The Scrabble score for "nitric" is 8 points.
Using “nitric” in writing
Two-syllable words like "nitric" (ni · tric) 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, “nitric” is worth 8 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 “nitric”
The letters in “nitric” can be rearranged to spell one other word: citrin.