How many syllables in “gnomonic”?
syllables in "gnomonic"
Word details
Syllables
3
gno · mo · nic
Letters
8
g · n · o · m · o · n · i · c
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “gnomonic”
The word “gnomonic” contains 3 syllables, divided as gno · mo · nic. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gnomonic" have?
"gnomonic" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "gnomonic" into syllables?
"gnomonic" is divided into syllables as: gno · mo · nic.
What is the Scrabble score for "gnomonic"?
The Scrabble score for "gnomonic" is 13 points.
Using “gnomonic” in writing
Three-syllable words like "gnomonic" (gno · mo · nic) 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, “gnomonic” is worth 13 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 “gnomonic”
The letters in “gnomonic” can be rearranged to spell one other word: oncoming.