How many syllables in “nylons”?
syllables in "nylons"
Word details
Syllables
2
ny · lons
Letters
6
n · y · l · o · n · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “nylons”
The word “nylons” contains 2 syllables, divided as ny · lons. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nylons" have?
"nylons" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "nylons" into syllables?
"nylons" is divided into syllables as: ny · lons.
What is the Scrabble score for "nylons"?
The Scrabble score for "nylons" is 9 points.
Using “nylons” in writing
Two-syllable words like "nylons" (ny · lons) 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, “nylons” 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 “nylons”
The letters in “nylons” can be rearranged to spell one other word: nonyls.