How many syllables in “nourished”?
syllables in "nourished"
Word details
Syllables
2
nouri · shed
Letters
9
n · o · u · r · i · s · h · e · d
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “nourished”
The word “nourished” contains 2 syllables, divided as nouri · shed. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nourished" have?
"nourished" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "nourished" into syllables?
"nourished" is divided into syllables as: nouri · shed.
What is the Scrabble score for "nourished"?
The Scrabble score for "nourished" is 13 points.
Using “nourished” in writing
Two-syllable words like "nourished" (nouri · shed) 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, “nourished” is worth 13 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.