How many syllables in “nuclei”?
syllables in "nuclei"
Word details
Syllables
2
nu · clei
Letters
6
n · u · c · l · e · i
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “nuclei”
The word “nuclei” contains 2 syllables, divided as nu · clei. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nuclei" have?
"nuclei" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "nuclei" into syllables?
"nuclei" is divided into syllables as: nu · clei.
What is the Scrabble score for "nuclei"?
The Scrabble score for "nuclei" is 8 points.
Using “nuclei” in writing
Two-syllable words like "nuclei" (nu · clei) 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, “nuclei” is worth 8 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 “nuclei”
The letters in “nuclei” can be rearranged to spell one other word: leucin.