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How many syllables in “nutrition”?

3

syllables in "nutrition"

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Word details

Syllables

3

nutri · tion

Letters

9

n · u · t · r · i · t · i · o · n

Scrabble

9

points

Common word

Scrabble letter values

n1
u1
t1
r1
i1
t1
i1
o1
n1

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About the word “nutrition

The word nutrition contains 3 syllables, divided as nutri · tion. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "nutrition" have?

"nutrition" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "nutrition" into syllables?

"nutrition" is divided into syllables as: nutri · tion.

What is the Scrabble score for "nutrition"?

The Scrabble score for "nutrition" is 9 points.

Using “nutrition” in writing

Three-syllable words like "nutrition" (nutri · tion) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, nutrition 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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