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