How many syllables in “nincompooperies”?
syllables in "nincompooperies"
Word details
Syllables
5
nin · com · poo · pe · ries
Letters
15
n · i · n · c · o · m · p · o · o · p · e · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “nincompooperies”
The word “nincompooperies” contains 5 syllables, divided as nin · com · poo · pe · ries. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nincompooperies" have?
"nincompooperies" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "nincompooperies" into syllables?
"nincompooperies" is divided into syllables as: nin · com · poo · pe · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "nincompooperies"?
The Scrabble score for "nincompooperies" is 23 points.
Using “nincompooperies” in writing
"nincompooperies" (nin · com · poo · pe · ries) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “nincompooperies” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.