How many syllables in “nude”?
syllable in "nude"
Word details
Syllables
1
nude
Letters
4
n · u · d · e
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “nude”
The word “nude” contains 1 syllable, divided as nude. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nude" have?
"nude" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "nude" into syllables?
"nude" is divided into syllables as: nude.
What is the Scrabble score for "nude"?
The Scrabble score for "nude" is 5 points.
Using “nude” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "nude" 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, “nude” is worth 5 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 “nude”
The letters in “nude” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: dune, unde.