How many syllables in “nitride”?
syllables in "nitride"
Word details
Syllables
2
nitr · ide
Letters
7
n · i · t · r · i · d · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “nitride”
The word “nitride” contains 2 syllables, divided as nitr · ide. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nitride" have?
"nitride" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "nitride" into syllables?
"nitride" is divided into syllables as: nitr · ide.
What is the Scrabble score for "nitride"?
The Scrabble score for "nitride" is 8 points.
Using “nitride” in writing
Two-syllable words like "nitride" (nitr · ide) 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, “nitride” 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 “nitride”
The letters in “nitride” can be rearranged to spell one other word: inditer.