How many syllables in “nylon”?
syllables in "nylon"
Word details
Syllables
2
ny · lon
Letters
5
n · y · l · o · n
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “nylon”
The word “nylon” contains 2 syllables, divided as ny · lon. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nylon" have?
"nylon" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "nylon" into syllables?
"nylon" is divided into syllables as: ny · lon.
What is the Scrabble score for "nylon"?
The Scrabble score for "nylon" is 8 points.
Using “nylon” in writing
Two-syllable words like "nylon" (ny · lon) 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, “nylon” is worth 8 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 “nylon”
The letters in “nylon” can be rearranged to spell one other word: nonyl.