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How many syllables in “nutrients”?

2

syllables in "nutrients"

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Word details

Syllables

2

nu · trients

Letters

9

n · u · t · r · i · e · n · t · s

Scrabble

9

points

Scrabble letter values

n1
u1
t1
r1
i1
e1
n1
t1
s1

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About the word “nutrients

The word nutrients contains 2 syllables, divided as nu · trients. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "nutrients" have?

"nutrients" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "nutrients" into syllables?

"nutrients" is divided into syllables as: nu · trients.

What is the Scrabble score for "nutrients"?

The Scrabble score for "nutrients" is 9 points.

Using “nutrients” in writing

Two-syllable words like "nutrients" (nu · trients) 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, nutrients 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.

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