How many syllables in “nous”?
syllable in "nous"
Word details
Syllables
1
nous
Letters
4
n · o · u · s
Scrabble
4
points
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About the word “nous”
The word “nous” contains 1 syllable, divided as nous. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nous" have?
"nous" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "nous" into syllables?
"nous" is divided into syllables as: nous.
What is the Scrabble score for "nous"?
The Scrabble score for "nous" is 4 points.
Using “nous” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "nous" 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, “nous” is worth 4 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 “nous”
The letters in “nous” can be rearranged to spell one other word: onus.