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