How many syllables in “nurses”?
syllable in "nurses"
Word details
Syllables
1
nurses
Letters
6
n · u · r · s · e · s
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “nurses”
The word “nurses” contains 1 syllable, divided as nurses. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nurses" have?
"nurses" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "nurses" into syllables?
"nurses" is divided into syllables as: nurses.
What is the Scrabble score for "nurses"?
The Scrabble score for "nurses" is 6 points.
Using “nurses” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "nurses" 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, “nurses” 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.