How many syllables in “nukes”?
syllables in "nukes"
Word details
Syllables
2
nu · kes
Letters
5
n · u · k · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “nukes”
The word “nukes” contains 2 syllables, divided as nu · kes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nukes" have?
"nukes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "nukes" into syllables?
"nukes" is divided into syllables as: nu · kes.
What is the Scrabble score for "nukes"?
The Scrabble score for "nukes" is 9 points.
Using “nukes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "nukes" (nu · kes) 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, “nukes” 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 “nukes”
The letters in “nukes” can be rearranged to spell one other word: neuks.