How many syllables in “nowise”?
syllables in "nowise"
Word details
Syllables
2
now · ise
Letters
6
n · o · w · i · s · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “nowise”
The word “nowise” contains 2 syllables, divided as now · ise. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nowise" have?
"nowise" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "nowise" into syllables?
"nowise" is divided into syllables as: now · ise.
What is the Scrabble score for "nowise"?
The Scrabble score for "nowise" is 9 points.
Using “nowise” in writing
Two-syllable words like "nowise" (now · ise) 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, “nowise” 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 “nowise”
The letters in “nowise” can be rearranged to spell one other word: winoes.