How many syllables in “nourish”?
syllables in "nourish"
Word details
Syllables
2
nou · rish
Letters
7
n · o · u · r · i · s · h
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “nourish”
The word “nourish” contains 2 syllables, divided as nou · rish. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nourish" have?
"nourish" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "nourish" into syllables?
"nourish" is divided into syllables as: nou · rish.
What is the Scrabble score for "nourish"?
The Scrabble score for "nourish" is 10 points.
Using “nourish” in writing
Two-syllable words like "nourish" (nou · rish) 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, “nourish” 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.