How many syllables in “nother”?
syllables in "nother"
Word details
Syllables
2
not · her
Letters
6
n · o · t · h · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “nother”
The word “nother” contains 2 syllables, divided as not · her. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nother" have?
"nother" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "nother" into syllables?
"nother" is divided into syllables as: not · her.
What is the Scrabble score for "nother"?
The Scrabble score for "nother" is 9 points.
Using “nother” in writing
Two-syllable words like "nother" (not · her) 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, “nother” is worth 9 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 “nother”
The letters in “nother” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: hornet, throne.