How many syllables in “nudes”?
syllables in "nudes"
Word details
Syllables
2
nu · des
Letters
5
n · u · d · e · s
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “nudes”
The word “nudes” contains 2 syllables, divided as nu · des. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nudes" have?
"nudes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "nudes" into syllables?
"nudes" is divided into syllables as: nu · des.
What is the Scrabble score for "nudes"?
The Scrabble score for "nudes" is 6 points.
Using “nudes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "nudes" (nu · des) 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, “nudes” is worth 6 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 “nudes”
The letters in “nudes” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dunes.